Collision Repair Appraiser

Penske; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global transportation provider as a Collision Repair Appraiser! In this pivotal role, you'll leverage your expertise in body shop estimating to write precise collision repair estimates while ensuring superior customer service. This position requires strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. You'll be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence and customer success, making a real impact in the vehicle maintenance sector. If you're ready to take your career to the next level with a forward-thinking company, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• 3+ years of body shop estimating experience required.
• Estimator Certification and High School Diploma are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Write collision repair estimates and manage customer relations.
• Complete repair estimates in Adjustrite system and communicate effectively.

Skills

Customer relation skills

Communication skills

People management skills

Problem-solving skills

Decision-making skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical school

Estimator Certification

Tools

Adjustrite system

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Position Summary:

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

Major Responsibilities:

1. Superior customer relation skills
2. Strong communication and people management skills
3. Working knowledge of body shop maintenance operations
4. Completing repair estimates in Adjustrite system-downloading into Summit
5. Communicate with both internal and external customers
6. Other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Salary: $65,000-$80,000 yearly

Benefits: Our excellent benefits plan keeps associates and their families happy, healthy, and secure. To learn more, visit Penske Benefits.

Work Location: 3110 Mike Collins Dr, Eagan MN

Qualifications:

1. At least 3 years of body shop estimating experience required
2. Estimator Certification required
3. High School Diploma or equivalent required
4. Vocational/technical school preferred
5. Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required
6. Strong written/oral communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills are required
7. The associate will be required to understand and comply with specific instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, or other information established by Penske management
8. 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 practices
9. Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
10. 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:

1. While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended lengths of time throughout their scheduled working period
2. 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
3. The associate must be able to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms
4. The associate must be able to safely work in all weather conditions
5. 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
6. 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

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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: 3110 Mike Collins Dr

Primary Location: US-MN-Eagan

Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.

Req ID: 2501974