Collision Repair Appraiser

Penske; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Penske is seeking a Collision Repair Appraiser in Fontana, CA to write collision repair estimates using Adjustrite and Summit systems. The role requires delivering accurate estimates while maintaining excellent customer relations and adhering to Penske safety policies.

Candidates should have 3+ years of body shop estimating experience, an Estimator Certification, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook is expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of body shop estimating experience required.
• Estimator Certification required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational/technical school preferred.
• Basic computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook required.

Responsibilities

• Write collision repair estimates.
• Maintain superior customer relations.
• Communicate with internal and external customers.
• Understand and comply with Penske safety policies.

Skills

Body shop estimating

Communication

People management

DOT/OSHA compliance

Education

Estimator Certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical school

Tools

Adjustrite

Summit

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Position Summary

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

Major Responsibilities

• Superior customer relation skills
• 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

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.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of body shop estimating experience required
• Estimator Certification 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.

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.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Pay

$70,304-$83,600/yr

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 Function: Body Shop Repair

Job Family: Vehicle Maintenance

Address: 15875 Santa Ana Ave.

Primary Location: US-CA-Fontana

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