Collision Advisor/Estimator

Courtesy Chevrolet Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Employee vehicle purchase plan

Family-owned dealership

Long-term job security

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Courtesy Chevrolet Inc. is seeking an experienced Collision Estimator to join our team in California. The role involves inspecting vehicles, evaluating repairs, communicating with insurance, and creating detailed cost estimates with parts and labor.

You will manage multiple repairs, maintain customer communication, and ensure quality checks from start to finish. We value detail-oriented professionals with strong estimating knowledge and a proactive attitude.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Experience with auto insurance estimating requirements and direct repair programs.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Working knowledge of estimating systems and related processes.
• Strong sales orientation is desired.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles for damages and evaluate using visual inspection, road tests, and information provided by the customer.
• Evaluate necessity and cost of repairs.
• Communicate with insurance after reviewing damage.
• Discuss damages with customer, repair process and timeline and costs.
• Create accurate estimates that breaks out costs (parts, labor, etc.).
• Create work orders detailing all elements of repair.
• Maintain communication with customer and answer questions as needed.
• Keep records of repair details and complete necessary paperwork.
• Effectively manage multiple repairs simultaneously.
• Implement an effective quality check process upon completion.
• Provide exceptional customer service at all times.
• Ordering, checking parts, taking quality photos.

Skills

Inspection skills

Communication

Auto insurance estimating

CCC estimating system

I-Car certification

Sales orientation

Bilingual a plus

Tools

CCC estimating system

Job description

We are looking to hire an experienced Collision Estimator for our team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented, detail-oriented, quality-minded estimator who is looking to find a permanent home in their career field with Courtesy!

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles for damages and evaluate using visual inspection, road tests, and information provided by the customer
• Evaluate necessity and cost of repairs
• Communicate with insurance after reviewing damage
• Discuss damages with customer, repair process and timeline and costs
• Create accurate estimates that breaks out costs (parts, labor, etc.)
• Create work orders detailing all elements of repair
• Maintain communication with customer and answer questions as needed
• Keeps record of repair details and complete necessary paperwork
• Effectively manage multiple repairs simultaneously
• Implement an effective quality check process upon completion
• Provide exceptional customer service at all times
• Ordering, checking parts, taking quality photos

BENEFITS

• Health, Medical and Dental
• 401K Plan
• Paid time off and vacation
• Growth opportunities
• Employee vehicle purchase plans
• Family owned and operated
• Long term job security
• Flexible Work Schedule

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Self-Motivated Individual who is able to work in a fast-paced production shop
• Must be experienced with auto insurance estimating requirements and direct repair programs
• Ability to communicate with others, verbal and written
• Working estimating knowledge, including systems
• Strong sales orientation
• Knowledge of CCC estimating system and I-Car certification a plus
• Bilingual a plus

Courtesy Chevrolet is a family owned and operated dealership group with stores in CA and AZ. Since 1955 the business has been helping families, friends and customers find the car that will best meet their needs. This is a team that strives to be number one and puts the customer first.

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.