Collision Estimator

Edwards Nissan; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Auto Group in Council Bluffs, IA is seeking a Collision Estimator to join our team. You will inspect vehicles for damages, evaluate repair costs and prepare final paperwork and payment with customers, delivering exceptional service to build lasting relationships.

The salary is negotiable based on experience, with a range of $50,000 to $100,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Collision Estimator is REQUIRED or previous experience as a Body Tech
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Proficient operating a computer
• Knowledgeable in intermediate mathematics
• Must have a valid driver''s license

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles for damages and evaluate using visual inspection, mechanical testing devices, road tests and customer information
• Evaluate necessity and cost of repairs
• Collect insurance estimates after reviewing damage
• Meet with customers to discuss damages, repair process, timelines and costs
• Create accurate estimates detailing repair and labor costs
• Place work orders detailing parts and repairs and enter into the work management system
• Maintain communication with customers and be available to answer questions during repair
• Keep records of repair details and complete necessary paperwork
• Manage multiple repairs simultaneously
• Implement a quality check process by inspecting repaired vehicles up to standard
• Complete final paperwork and payment with customer
• Provide exceptional customer service and build ongoing customer relationships

Skills

Collision Estimator experience

Body Tech experience

Organizational skills

Proficient in computers

Intermediate mathematics

Time management

Driver's license

Job description

Description

Edwards Auto Group in Council Bluffs, IA is looking for a Collision Estimator to join our team. The Collision Estimator will inspect vehicles for damages, evaluate necessity and cost of repairs. You'll complete final paperwork and payment with customer and provide exceptional customer service at all times and create ongoing relationships with customers.

The salary will be negotiable and based on upon experience, ranging from $50,000-$100,000 annually.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles for damages and evaluate using visual inspection, mechanical testing devices, road tests and information provided by the customer
• Evaluate necessity and cost of repairs
• Collect insurance estimates after reviewing damage
• Meet with customers to discuss damages, repair process and timeline and costs
• Create accurate estimates that detail repair and labor costs
• Place work orders detailing part replacements and repairs and enter into work management system
• Maintain communication with customer and be available to answer questions throughout the repair process
• Keep record of repair details and complete necessary paperwork
• Effectively manage multiple repairs simultaneously
• Implement an effective quality check process by inspecting repaired vehicles and ensuring the repair is up to standard
• Complete final paperwork and payment with customer
• Provide exceptional customer service at all times and create ongoing relationships with customers

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Collision Estimator is REQUIRED or previous experience as a Body Tech
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Must be proficient operating a computer
• Must be knowledgeable in intermediate mathematics
• Time efficiency is a must
• Reliable work history
• Have a valid driver's license