Collision Repair Appraiser

Penske Truck Rental; Channahon (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Collision Repair Appraiser to join its dynamic team in Channahon. This role involves writing collision repair estimates and managing customer communications, ensuring a high standard of service and adherence to safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in body shop estimating, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Join a company that values safety and excellence, and contribute to a team dedicated to customer success and innovative solutions in vehicle maintenance.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of body shop estimating experience required.
• Strong written/oral communication and decision-making skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Write collision repair estimates and communicate with customers.
• Complete repair estimates using Adjustrite system.

Skills

Communication Skills

People Management

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vocational/Technical School

Tools

Adjustrite System

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

As a Penske Collision Repair Appraiser you are responsible for writing collision repair estimates.

Major Responsibilities:

-Strong communication and people management skills

-Working knowledge of body shop maintenance operations.

-Completing repair estimates in Adjustrite system-downloading into Summit.

-Communicate with both internal and external customers.

-Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

-At least 3 years of body shop estimating experience required

-High School Diploma or equivalent required

-Vocational/technical school preferred

-Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook required

-Strong written/oral communication, problem solving, and decision making skills are required

-The associate will be required to understand and comply with specific instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, or other information established by Penske management

-The associate must be able to perform all work adhering to DOT, OSHA, and all Penske safety and maintenance policies; including but not limited to the correct selection and use of appropriate tools, PPE, machine guarding, and established best safety practice.

-Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job

-Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required.

This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required. Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.

Physical Requirements:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended length of time throughout their scheduled working period.

• The associate is required to use their hands on a routine and daily basis to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and/or otherwise operate required tools or controls.

• The associate must be able to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms.

• The associate must be able to safely work in all weather conditions.

• Given the frequent movement of large trucks through the workplace, the associate must be able to see and hear in order to safely navigate the work environment.

• The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.

Salary Min: $54,900-$72,700

Benefits: Our excellent benefits plan keep associates and their families happy, healthy and secure. To learn more visit https://penske.jobs/benefits

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions

Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more.

Job Category: Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians

Job Family: Operations

Address: 23322 S Frontage Rd W

Primary Location: US-IL-Channahon

About the company

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