Collision Estimator Trainee

Caliber; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical dental vision from day one

Weekly pay overtime

Paid vacation holidays

Career growth

Hands-on experience

Job summary

Caliber Collision in Odessa, TX is seeking a Collision Estimator Trainee to greet customers, assess needs, and provide guidance while supporting experienced estimators in daily shop operations. You will handle drop-offs, map/mark vehicles, photograph damage, arrange transportation, and prepare paperwork, ensuring clear communication with customers, vendors, and teammates for accurate repairs.

This role offers hands-on experience in a production environment and opportunities for growth within

Qualifications

• 2+ years of customer-facing experience; sales experience is a plus.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be eligible for company insurance.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers in person or by phone and determine their needs.
• Support Collision Estimators by handling drop-offs, mapping/marking, and photographing vehicles.
• Arrange customer transportation and prepare paperwork for repairs.
• Communicate with customers, clients, teammates and vendors to ensure accurate, timely repairs.
• Deliver vehicles after service while following SOPs and guidelines.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Job description

Service Center

CSCS TX

JOB SUMMARY

Caliber Collision has an immediate job opening for a Collision Estimator Trainee to perform all-purpose duties, which may include, but not limited to properly greeting customers in person or on the phone, determine their needs, and immediately respond by providing guidance and assistance as required, assisting Collision Estimators by handling drop-offs, mapping/marking and photographing vehicles, arranging customer transportation, preparing paperwork and performing active customer deliveries while effectively communicating with customers, clients, teammates and vendors to ensure correct and efficient repairs while adhering to all Caliber’s Standard Operating Procedures, insurance partners and industry guidelines/standards.

OUR COLLISION ESTIMATOR TRAINEE FOR THIS POSITION CAN MAKE UP TO:

$17-$20 per hour!

BENEFITS OF JOINING CALIBER

• Benefits from day one: Immediately eligible for medical, dental and vision
• Industry Comparable Pay – Paid weekly and eligible for overtime
• Paid Vacation & Holidays – Can begin accruing day 1
• Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
• A career for life: You’ll gain hands-on experience within a production shop.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 2+ years of customer facing experience; sales experience a plus
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under our company insurance policy
• Must be 21 years of age or older

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.
• Passion for learning the collision industry
• Be able to understand instructions – written and verbal
• Can prioritize competing tasks and adapt easily to a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to provide personable, friendly “World Class” customer service to internal and external customers

Caliber is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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.