Body Shop Estimator/Blue Printer

Planet Ford Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability & Life Insurance

Paid holidays

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

An automotive dealership in Dallas is seeking a Body Shop Estimator to ensure accurate repair estimates. The position requires strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include preparing damage estimates, inspecting vehicles, and providing exceptional follow-up with customers. The ideal candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED, with previous experience in estimating or customer service preferred. The dealership offers a supportive work environment and a competitive compensation structure.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as an estimator or in a customer service role is preferred.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare honest, accurate and complete damage estimates for customers.
• Inspect damaged vehicles thoroughly using standard written procedures.
• Estimate repair costs and anticipated repair time.
• Monitor repairs and track costs, labor and materials.
• Ensure all work meets quality standards.
• Provide exceptional customer service and follow-up.
• Coordinate actions within the dealership and collision center.

Skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency with multiline phone systems

English communication skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Body Shop Estimator/Blue Printer - Planet Ford Dallas

Collision Center Estimator – Auto Dealership

Accuracy. Honesty. Attention to detail. If you have these qualities and want to make a great living putting them to use, our dealership has an opportunity for you. As our collision center estimator, you will work with some of the best collision center managers in the business to ensure that repairs are estimated properly and delivered as promised. Our goal is to always exceed expectations, and we need estimators who feel the same way.

Prior experience as an estimator or in a customer service role is preferred.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare honest, accurate and complete damage estimates for customers
• Inspect damaged vehicles thoroughly using standard written procedures
• Estimate repair costs and the anticipated time needed to complete them
• Monitor repairs as they are made and track costs, labor and materials
• Ensure that all work meets quality standards
• Provide exceptional customer service and follow-up
• Coordinate and communicate actions within the dealership and the collision center

Qualifications and Professional Attributes

• Demonstrated ability to work professionally and courteously with customers
• A people-focused mindset and a passion for providing great customer service
• Proficiency with multiline phone systems and computers
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Professional appearance and strong work ethic
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or GED. Customer service experience is a plus.

Compensation

Compensation is based on experience and is commensurate with Fortune 500 companies.

Benefits

• 401K
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Flexible work schedule

Additional Educational and Career Assistance

• World Class University
• New hire orientation
• OJT on the job training
• Manufacturer’s certification processes
• Soft skills / work process training
• Established career paths to achieve

About Our Dealership

Randall Reed’s World Class Automotive Group. Our business is booming! Join our team to start your career, not a job. The World Class Automotive Group Talent Team recruits talent to complement the Randall Reed family of dealerships. Through dealership acquisitions and business growth we are in need of quality individuals to staff our corporate and dealership needs. The World Class Automotive Group seeks individuals who have the highest level of integrity, a stable work history, a commitment to relentless customer satisfaction and a desire for a long-term profitable career.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.