Body Shop Estimator

Lake Auto Group; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Holidays off

Employee discounts

Training & advancement

Job summary

Lake Auto Group in Milwaukee is seeking a detail-oriented Body Shop Estimator to guide customers through the repair process and coordinate with insurance carriers. The ideal candidate has estimating experience and familiarity with CCC One, Mitchell, or Audatex software.

This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with no weekend work and a benefits package. You will prepare and present estimates, verify parts, update customers on claims, and maintain strong relationships with insurers.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of estimating experience (preferred).
• Experience with CCC One, Mitchell and/or Audatex estimating software is helpful.
• Detail oriented and career minded.

Responsibilities

• Preparing & presenting estimates to our customer and insurance carriers.
• Verifying and checking on the timeliness and accuracy of the necessary parts.
• Contact and update customers on their vehicle and claims process.
• Maintain existing relationships with insurance carriers and agents.

Skills

Estimating experience

Detail oriented

Customer service

Tools

CCC One

Mitchell

Audatex

Job description

Job Description

Join one of the largest and most modern collision repair facilities in the Milwaukee area. Lake Automotive

Group is looking for a customer-focused Body Shop Estimator to help guide customers through the repair

process while working alongside top insurance carriers and an experienced repair team.

The ideal candidate is detailed-oriented, has strong customer service skills, and previous estimating

experience. This is a highly visible role that provides the right candidate with the ability to work with some of the top insurance companies in the United States. Experience with CCC One, Mitchell or Audatex is helpful.

ABOUT OUR BODY SHOPS

• Monday - Friday position
• No Saturdays
• No Sundays
• Air Conditioned Shop
• Dedicated Tech locker room, restroom and breakroom, equipped with microwave, refrigerator and coffee maker
• Brand new above ground hoists
• 5 spray booths
• 4 straightening racks
• Indoor estimating area
• Indoor delivery area

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparing & presenting estimates to our customer and insurance carriers
• Verifying and checking on the timeliness and accuracy of the necessary parts
• Contact and update customers on their vehicle and claims process
• Maintain existing relationships with insurance carriers and agents

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ideal candidate will have 1+ years of previous estimating experience (preferred)
• Experience with CCC, Mitchell and/or Audatex estimating software is helpful
• Detail oriented and career minded

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• $60,000-$90,000 annually
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Closed on major holidays
• Employee discounts
• Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities

The Lake Automotive Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions or employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Company Description

Welcome to Lake Auto Group, the proud home of Lake Chevrolet and Lake Ford. Serving the greater Milwaukee community, we are a dynamic, growing automotive group dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences for both our customers and our employees.

We believe that a dealership is only as strong as the people who run it. Whether you are on the sales floor, in the service bay, or managing operations behind the scenes, we provide a professional, fast-paced, and supportive environment where driven individuals can build a long-term career.

Why Join the Lake Auto Group Team?

• Top-Tier Facilities: We invest in our people and our workspaces. Our Service, Body Shop, and Parts teams enjoy working in a state-of-the-art, fully air-conditioned shop.
• Unmatched Work-Life Balance: We respect your time outside of work. Our Service, Body Shop, and Parts departments work NO weekends. Our Sales team enjoys an incredibly manageable schedule (Monday-Friday 9am-7pm, Saturday 9am-5pm) with a scheduled day off during the week.
• Represent Top Brands: Work daily with two of the most iconic and highest-volume brands in the industry, Chevrolet and Ford.
• Career Advancement: We prioritize promoting from within and provide the continuous training necessary to help you reach the next level of your automotive career.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer highly competitive pay structures and a robust benefits package designed to reward your performance and support your health, wealth, and family.