Collision Estimator (Entry-Level – We Train You)

unibodyautotech; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation

Career growth

EV/ADAS tech exposure

Job summary

UNIBODY Autotech Collision in Honolulu, HI is hiring a Collision Estimator Trainee. No experience? No problem—training is provided.

You’ll learn to write repair estimates, read damage, negotiate with insurers, and guide customers through the repair process in a fast-paced EV/ADAS shop.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and customer interaction with insurance vendors.
• Coachable, fast learner with a positive attitude.
• Detail-oriented and organized in handling multiple repairs.

Responsibilities

• Write repair estimates using CCC ONE software.
• Read vehicle damage and build repair plans.
• Communicate with insurance companies for approvals.
• Assist customers through the repair process (service + sales).
• Understand OEM repair procedures (Tesla, Rivian, etc.).
• Identify additional damage and write supplements.
• Track repairs from drop-off to delivery.

Skills

Communication

Coachability

Detail-oriented

Tech-savvy

Sales mindset

Automotive interest

Tools

CCC ONE

Job description

Collision Estimator (Entry-Level – We Train You)

UNIBODY Autotech Collision – Honolulu, HI
Full-Time | $20–$25/hr | Career Growth Opportunity

No Experience? No Problem. We’ll Train You.

Looking to break into a high-income, high-demand career in the automotive industry?

UNIBODY Autotech Collision — Hawaii’s premier EV-certified collision repair center — is hiring a Collision Estimator Trainee. If you’re sharp, motivated, and great with people, we’ll teach you everything from the ground up.

This is your chance to learn a 6-figure career skill in estimating, insurance negotiations, and advanced vehicle repair planning.

What You’ll Learn & Do:

• Write repair estimates using CCC ONE software (we train)
• Learn how to read vehicle damage and build repair plans
• Communicate with insurance companies to get approvals
• Assist customers through the repair process (customer service + sales)
• Understand OEM repair procedures (Tesla, Rivian, etc.)
• Identify additional damage and write supplements
• Track repairs from drop-off to delivery

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong communication skills (you’ll talk to customers + insurance daily)
• Coachable, fast learner with a winning attitude
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Comfortable with computers and technology
• Sales mindset (this role earns based on performance long-term)
• Automotive interest is a plus (not required)

Why This Job is Different:

Most shops want experience.
We build it.

At UNIBODY, you’ll learn:

• EV repair estimating (Tesla, Rivian certified shop)
• Insurance negotiation skills
• Real-world production and repair flow
• A career path to Estimator → Senior Estimator → Manager

Pay & Growth:

• $20–$25/hour starting (based on attitude + potential)
• Performance bonuses after training
• Fast-track growth into higher-paying estimator role
• Long-term earning potential: $70K–$120K+

Benefits:

• Paid training (we invest in you)
• Health, dental, vision after 90 days
• Paid holidays + vacation
• Career growth in a fast-paced, modern shop
• Work with cutting-edge EV and ADAS technology