Collision Estimator – ABRA Auto Body | Harry Brown's

Harry Brows llc; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Teladoc

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Pet Insurance

Job summary

ABRA Auto Body Faribault is seeking an experienced Collison Estimator to join a top-performing, newly renovated shop. You will create accurate repair estimates, educate customers on the process, and collaborate with insurance adjusters and internal teams to ensure timely, high-quality work.

The role offers a competitive salary with commissions and growth opportunities within a leading auto body network. Strong attention to detail and excellent communication are essential to success.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years prior experience as a collision estimator or insurance appraiser.
• Knowledge of damage analysis and estimating processes.
• Proficiency with estimating software and MS Office required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate, comprehensive repair estimates by examining vehicle damage.
• Educate customers on repair process, insurance claims, timelines, and expectations.
• Follow ABRA playbook to ensure consistency, quality, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with insurance adjusters, dealerships, fleet partners, and internal production teams.
• Provide timely repair status updates and maintain communication with customers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Customer education

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Mitchell or CCC-1 estimating software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

About this position

Description:

Collision Estimator - ABRA Auto Body | Harry Brown's - Faribault, MN

Join a top-performing, newly renovated ABRA Auto Body shop and take your career to the next level. We're looking for an experienced Collision Estimator who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values craftsmanship, and wants to grow with a proven industry leader.

Why ABRA Auto Body Faribault?

Proven Excellence

• I-CAR Gold Class Certified
• 4.9 Google rating with 500+ reviews

State-of-the-Art Facility

• Brand-new downdraft paint & prep booths
• Advanced frame measuring rack
• Cutting-edge equipment and estimating tools

People-First Culture

• We live our values every day: Humble. Hungry. Smart.
• A supportive team that takes pride in doing things right

OEM Certifications

• GM, Stellantis, Ford, and Nissan

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary + commissions
• Expected earnings range: $75,000-100,000+

What You’ll Do

• Create accurate, comprehensive repair estimates by examining and analyzing vehicle damage
• Clearly educate customers on the repair process, insurance claims, timelines, and expectations
• Follow the ABRA playbook to ensure consistency, quality, and efficiency
• Collaborate with insurance adjusters, dealerships, fleet partners, and internal production teams
• Provide timely repair status updates—because communication and trust matter
• Ensure every repair meets our high standards of quality and craftsmanship

Who You Are

• An experienced Collision Estimator with strong attention to detail
• A confident communicator who builds trust with customers and partners
• A team player who takes pride in excellence and accountability

Requirements

Abra Estimator Required Skills/Abilities:

• 1-3 years prior experience as a collision estimator or insurance appraiser
• Prior damage analysis experience related to hybrid vehicles, restraint systems, electrical systems, and identifying hail, theft and/or vandalism damage
• Proficiency using Mitchell or CCC-1 estimating software
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• I-CAR training or other industry training preferred
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• High school diploma required
• Must be able to work the following days and hours: Monday - Friday (7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

Benefits

Medical Insurance – Employer pays a portion of the premiums

Employer paid Teladoc for employee and dependents who elect medical

Dental and Vision Insurance

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

Health Savings Account – Employer provides a contribution

Critical Illness, Accident Insurance

Employer paid Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Employer paid Basic Life for EE and dependents

Voluntary Life and Dependent Life Insurance options

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and paid holidays

Pet Insurance, Legal Shield/ID Shield, Employee Discount Program

About Us

We are one of southeastern Minnesota's largest multi-line dealerships offering sales, leasing, financing, servicing, and accessorizing of new and pre-owned vehicles. We operate Faribault Tire & Express Service and Abra Auto Body & Glass- which makes us a one-stop shop for all automotive needs.

We believe our employees are the fuel that drives our business! With over 100 employees and growing, our mission is to help families live a better life! This mission begins with each employee, and centers around our culture of supporting each other by being team players who are humble, hungry, and smart; being authentic: real and genuine; valuing reputation: all things matter big and small; and doing the extra-ordinary: creating 'wow' moments.

Competitive Salary, dependent on skillset