Body Shop Estimator Larry H Miller Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Sandy

Asbury Automotive Group; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays & PTO

Paid training

Stock Awards

Job summary

Asbury Automotive Group in Sandy, UT is seeking a Body Shop Estimator who can accurately appraise vehicle damage for insurance claims and customer repairs. You will collaborate with insurance adjusters and customers to deliver quality workmanship and satisfaction.

Responsibilities include inspecting damage, preparing estimates including parts and labor, creating work orders, and maintaining thorough records.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screens (background & drug test).
• Experience in automotive estimating is preferred.
• Experience with insurance claims process is preferred.
• Automotive certifications or degrees are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ascertain automotive body damage and extent of damage.
• Develop/prepare estimate cost including parts, labor, and deductibles.
• Obtain insurance estimates by contacting insurance companies and adjusters.
• Prepare Work Orders and enter into the work management system.
• Maintain customer rapport by explaining estimates and timelines.
• Maintain high-quality repairs and minimize comebacks.
• Conduct spot checks for quality and thoroughness.
• Maintain body shop records of repairs and actions.
• Update knowledge through ongoing training.
• Enhance body shop reputation with excellent service.

Skills

Customer-focused

Relationship building

Communication skills

Automotive knowledge

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Automotive certifications

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

Job description

Do you have a passion for developing relationships, providing exceptional guest experiences, and being an innovator in the automotive industry? As a Body Shop Estimator,you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on our business and in the lives of our team members and customers every day. We are looking for an energetic, customer-focused Body Shop Estimatorwho will help us redefine the car-buying experience. Does this sound like you?

ABody Shop Estimator is responsible for appraising customer’s vehicle damage to determine the cost of repair for insurance claims or customer paid repairs.It is also the responsibility of the Estimator to maintain business flow while working with insurance adjusters and customers to assure a quality job while upholding customer satisfaction standards.

• Ascertain automotive body damage by conducting inspections and examinations to determine extent of structural, body, mechanical or interior damage
• Develop/prepare estimate cost by costing parts, supplies, labor and calculating customer's payment, including deductibles to repair or replace each damaged item
• Obtain insurance estimates by contacting insurance companies, reviewing damage estimates with insurance adjuster, resolving repair and replacement requirements
• Prepare WO (work order) by describing repair and replacement services required, obtain approval signatures, enter WO (work order) into work management system
• Maintain customer rapport by explaining estimate and expected return of vehicle
• Maintain high-quality repairs and minimize comebacks
• Conduct spot checks of each completed job for thoroughness and quality
• Maintain body shop records by recording repair and replacement actions
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
• Enhance body shop reputation by providing excellent customer service
• Previous automotiveexperience preferred
• Prior automotive estimating experience preferred
• Automotive certifications, and or, a bachelors or associates degree a plus
• Must be a minimum of eighteen years of age
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screens (background & drug test)

Company Benefits:

Pay and Recognition:

• Paid holidays & paid time off
• Paid training
• Stock Awards(select management and front-line team members eligible)

Insurance / Retirement:

• Insurance: medical, vision, dental, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity plans
• Up to 12 weeks paid pregnancy leave (disability leave)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health savings
• Flex spending accounts (tax-free)
• Short-term and Long-term disability plans
• Life Insurance (Whole Life and Term)
• 401k with company match
• Pet Insurance

Learning, Tuition Assistance and Career Development:

• Digital career path tool to assist with career development
• Continuous training through Asbury's Internal Learning Management System

Professional growth and development opportunities. Additional advantages:

• TechnicianStudent loan relief resources
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts on parts and service repairs
• Scholarship awards
• Opportunities to join our community service initiatives, which includes paid volunteer hours
• Employee referral program with bonus opportunities