Collision Estimator

Group 1 Automotive; Landover (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Dis/

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time-Off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employee Vehicle Purchase Program

Professional work environment with job

Pinnacle Awards Program

Job summary

Group 1 Automotive is seeking an experienced Collision Estimator for Group 1 Toyota Certified Capital Plaza Collision Center. The ideal candidate will have strong estimating experience, insurance coordination knowledge, and a customer-focused approach to delivering a high-quality repair experience.

The role requires bilingual English/Spanish, DRP and CCC One experience, and a high school diploma. Compensation ranges from $65,000 to $90,000 per year, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years of collision estimating experience required.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• DRP experience required.
• CCC One experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Drivers license and a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Greets customers upon arrival, answers phones, collects vehicle information.
• Builds and maintains relationships with customers, insurers and coworkers.
• Explains work orders clearly to customers.
• Inspects vehicles for damage across body and mechanical systems.
• Calculates labor and parts costs, and salvage value.

Skills

Collision estimation

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CCC One

DRP experience

Job description

About Us

Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) is a Fortune 250 leader in global automotive retail, operating more than 250 dealerships and collision centers across the United States and United Kingdom. As the 4th largest dealership group in the U.S., Group 1 delivers a fully integrated automotive experience, including vehicle sales, financing, aftersales service, and digital retail solutions. As the automotive industry continues to evolve, Group 1 is investing in the people, technology, and operational excellence needed to shape what comes next. Our work is grounded in a simple belief, that a better experience for customers starts with an exemplary experience for employees. At Group 1, our commitment is to keep finding smarter ways to serve our customers and support one another. We believe great careers are built in environments where people are trusted, challenged, and given room to grow. If you share our core values of integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork, and respect, you can get more with Group 1. More opportunity. More support. More ways to build a career that moves you forward.

Overview

Group 1 Toyota Certified Capital Plaza Collision Center is part of Group 1 Automotive, a leader in automotive retail. We are seeking an experienced Collision Estimator!

The ideal candidate will bring strong estimating experience, insurance coordination knowledge, and a customer-focused approach to delivering a high-quality repair experience.

Responsibilities

• Greets customers upon arrival as well as communicate with them on the telephone providing information, scheduling appointments and collecting customer vehicle information.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with customers, insurance companies and co-workers.
• Listens to customer requests and completes a proper, clear explanation on the work order.
• Thoroughly checks the customers' vehicles to determine all damage to the vehicle include structural, exterior and interior damage, overall body and mechanical issues.
• Calculates the estimated cost of labor and parts to repair or replace each affected item on the vehicle as well as the estimate for the salvage value of the total vehicle.
• Review with the customer the cost effectiveness of repair versus replacement of parts.
• Determine costs associated with repainting or other applicable customizing that may be required.
• Proper completion of insurance claim forms to indicate repair or replacement cost estimates and specific recommendations.
• Other duties may be assigned by management
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the Company's Values in all interactions with customers, co-workers and vendors.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of collision estimating experience required
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
• DRP experience required
• CCC One experience
• High School dipolma or equivalent
• Valid Drivers license and a good driving record

Compensation: The expected compensation for this position is $65'000 - $90,000/ a year based on experience.

What We Offer:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time-Off
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
• Professional work environment with job training, provided equipment, and advancement opportunities
• Structured, paid training leading to manufacturer and Group 1 recognition
• Pinnacle Awards Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing all applicable pre-employment requirements in accordance with federal, state, and local law.