Body Shop Estimator Trainee

Napleton Automotive Group; Minnesota; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive group is seeking an Automotive Collision Shop Estimator for their Wayzata Collision Center. The estimator will be responsible for writing damage estimates, managing repair claims, and ensuring high customer service standards. This position offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits, with training opportunities for the right candidate.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k and additional benefits

Accrued Vacation Time

Discounts on products, services, and vehicles

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating/body shop/automotive field is preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Knowledge of insurance company Direct Repair guidelines required.

Responsibilities

• Write quality estimates and supplements using the CCC One estimating system.
• Collaborate with insurance companies to manage claims.
• Ensure documentation is up-to-date and filed properly.

Skills

Ability to accurately estimate vehicle damage

Customer Service

Tools

CCC estimating system

CDK estimating platforms

Job description

The Ed Napleton Automotive Group is looking for our next Automotive Collision Shop Estimator at Wayzata Collision Center. The Automotive Collision Shop Estimator Trainee is responsible for estimating and calculating the cost to repair a vehicle, to replace vehicle parts, or the entire vehicle.

The Ed Napleton Automotive Group is affiliated with over 25 brands of new vehicles and 50+ dealerships throughout seven states. Our strength comes from more than 3,500 employees nationwide.

We are willing to train the right individual for this role

What We Offer:

• Potential pay starting between $40,000 - $60,000 per year.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k and additional benefits
• Accrued Vacation Time
• Discounts on products, services, and vehicles
• Growth opportunities

Job Responsibilities:

• Write Estimates & Supplements: Review vehicle damage and write quality estimates using CCC One estimating system.
• Work with the triage team and senior technician to write a supplement based on discoveries after teardown.
• Create a repair plan for the technician and pull any TIS/repair documents needed for repair. (Any weld on panels MUST have TIS documentation). All supplements are to be submitted within 24 hours.
• Work with insurance companies to manage claims and negotiate pricing if needed.
• Customer Service: Update all guests regularly. Keep guests informed of any changes with their repair throughout the process.
• Parts Ordering: Collaborate with Parts Manager to order/locate all parts needed for repair.
• Quality Check: Review all finalized work to ensure all work performed meets or exceeds the standards of The Wayzata Auto Center Collision Repair.
• File Reconciliation: Ensure all documents are up-to-date, signatures are captured, and proper documentation is filed.
• Assist with completing documents related to repair and insurance details.

Job Requirements:

• Ability to accurately estimate vehicle damage - preferred
• Ability to use our automated system to order parts - preferred
• Properly follow insurance company Direct Repair guidelines - required
• Experience with CCC and CDK estimating platforms - preferred
• Experience in the estimating/body shop/automotive field - preferred
• Valid Driver’s License - required

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment 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