Collision Estimator

Caliber Collision; Santa Cruz (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

I-CAR training and certifications

Career growth opportunities

Weekly pay

Job summary

Caliber Collision is seeking a Collision Estimator in Santa Cruz, CA. You will prepare detailed estimates, review repair processes, and manage customer communications from intake to final delivery.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in collision estimating, a sales mindset, and CCC1 software proficiency. This full-time role offers immediate benefits and growth opportunities within Caliber Collision’s nationwide network.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of collision estimating experience.
• Sales experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of repair process/procedures.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Write detailed collision repair estimates.
• Conduct process reviews and ensure accurate invoicing.
• Check in customer vehicles and document status.
• Prepare final customer paperwork prior to delivery.
• Communicate post-repair plan and vehicle status to customers.

Skills

Collision estimating

Sales experience

Customer service

Communication

Education

Motor Vehicle Physical Damage Appraisers License

Tools

CCC1 estimating software

Job description

## Collision EstimatorApply: Santa Cruz, CA: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R0224245**Service Center**Santa Cruz**JOB SUMMARY****Caliber Collision** has an immediate job opening for a **Collision Estimator** to perform all-purpose duties, which may include, but not limited to: Writing estimates, conducting process reviews, checking in customer vehicles, completing final customer paperwork prior to vehicle delivery (DRP, final invoice), finalizing total loss administration and providing post repair plan communication including all vehicle status updates to customers while complying with all Caliber safety rules, guidelines and company standards.**OUR COLLISION ESTIMATORS FOR THIS POSITION CAN MAKE UP TO:*** $60,000-$110,000 per year!**BENEFITS OF JOINING THE CALIBER FAMILY*** **Benefits from day one:** Immediately eligible for medical, dental and vision* **Industry Comparable Pay** – Paid weekly* **Paid Vacation & Holidays** – Can begin accruing day 1* **Paid Skilled Trainings and Certifications** – I-CAR* **Career growth opportunities** – we promote from within!**REQUIREMENTS*** 2+ years of collision estimating experience; sales experience preferred* Must be 21 years of age or older* Must have a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under our company insurance policy* Must possess a Motor Vehicle Physical Damage Appraisers License**ABILITIES/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE*** Ability to do consistent physical activity – reach below and above shoulder level, kneeling, bending, and squatting, and lifting objects over 50 lbs* Must have prior experience with CCC1 or similar estimating software* You have an advance understanding and knowledge of the repair process/procedures* Strong sales orientation* Be able to understand instructions – written and verbal* Can prioritize competing tasks and adapt easily to a fast-paced environment**Caliber** has grown beyond 1700 centers nationwide and features a full range of automotive services, including **Caliber Collision**, one of the nation’s largest auto collision repair provider across 41 states; **Caliber Auto Glass** for glass repair and replacement, **Protech Automotive Services** for mobile diagnostic scanning and calibration, powered by hands-on experts and **Caliber Fleet Services** for all services, which includes collision repair and full-service auto care - offering you a holistic solution to fleet care. With the Purpose of Restoring the Rhythm of Your Life, Caliber’s more than 30,000 teammates are committed to getting customers back on the road safely — and back to the rhythm of their lives — every day.By joining **Caliber**, you can help us Restore the Rhythm of our Customers Lives. We see the potential in every member of our team and look for every opportunity to advance their careers. We believe in consistent career training on leadership skills and new technologies to make sure every teammate has an opportunity to achieve their career goals.Caliber is an Equal Opportunity Employer Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.**Caliber uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.****Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions.**