Body Shop Estimator

Serra Automotive, Inc.; Saginaw (MI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

401k Match

Paid Vacation

Locker Rooms

State of the Art Equipment

Larger Dealer Group

Job summary

Serra Saginaw Automotive in Michigan is seeking an experienced auto damage estimator to review repair cost estimates, determine feasibility of repairs, and prepare insurance forms for claims.

You will collaborate with body shop managers, adjusters, and customers, requiring solid math skills, MS Office proficiency, and a team-oriented mindset. Background check and drug screen are required for employment.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating repair costs in automotive body shops or insurance settings.
• Ability to handle high-volume estimator requests with accuracy and speed.
• Strong written and verbal communication, with clear reporting.

Responsibilities

• Review repair cost estimates with body shop managers and foremen.
• Determine feasibility of repair versus replacement of parts.
• Evaluate repair vs. vehicle market value before accident.
• Prepare insurance forms with repair cost estimates and recommendations.
• Estimate repainting or customization costs for undamaged vehicles.
• Present information and respond to questions from managers and customers.

Skills

Estimator experience

High volume work

Communication

Team player

Reading/writing reports

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Serra Saginaw Automotive is a proud member of the Serra Automotive Group. Currently, Serra Automotive Group consists of 37 stores selling and servicing 17 brands (Cadillac, Chevrolet, Buick-GMC, Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram, Subaru,Kia,Volkswagon, Honda, BMW, Toyota, Porsche,Mercedes, Volvo, Nissan, Audi,Acura, and Mazda) throughout 7 states (Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, New Jersey, Ohio and Tennessee)

With a culture that promotes value for the individual, creative thinking and the freedom to grow as professionals, we work to create outstanding experiences for our customers. We are driven by our passion to be the best at what we do. Bring your talent to Serra Saginaw! Our opportunities for personal and professional growth and development are remarkable.

What we Offer:

• Health Insurance
• Dental& Vision
• 401k Match
• Paid Vacation
• Locker Rooms
• State of the Art Equipment
• Larger Dealer Group

Responsilbilities:

• Reviewing repair cost estimates with body shop manager or foreman
• Determining feasibility of repair versus replacement of parts, such as bumpers, fenders, and doors
• Evaluating practicality of repair as opposed to payment of vehicle market value before accident
• Preparing insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimate and recommendations
• Estimating cost of repainting, converting to special purposed, or customizing undamaged vehicles
• Presenting information and responding to questions from groups or managers, clients, customers, and the general

Requirements:

• Confidence to handle high volume estimator needs under limited availability
• Ability to read/interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions and procedures manual
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Excellent communication skills, high level of initiative, and ability to work in a team
• Basic MS Office knowledge; computer software, internet proficiency, and general math skills
• Experience in the estimating/body shop/automotive field Insurance company a big PLUS
• Must be willing to submit to a background check and drug screen with a valid driver’s license