Collision Repair Estimator

CSN Collision; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Paid uniforms

Positive work environment and company

Family-owned collision repair facility

Job summary

California Collision Center in Escondido, CA, seeks a motivated Collision Repair Estimator to join our family-owned shop. You’ll prepare detailed estimates, manage parts and DRP relationships, and coordinate with insurance adjusters and customers to explain repair timelines.

This full-time role requires strong communication, organized workflow, and a solid background in collision estimating and parts management. Join a team-focused environment with opportunity for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an automotive estimator, parts manager, or in a similar role is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of automotive repair processes, parts identification, and parts management systems.
• Experience working with DRPs and collision repair estimating software.
• Familiarity with industry-standard parts catalogs and repair practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with customers, insurance companies, and vendors.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities, with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Proven ability to manage parts inventories and ensure accurate parts ordering and usage.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to high-quality work and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and detailed estimates for collision repair jobs, ensuring all labor, parts, and materials are accounted for.
• Manage parts ordering, inventory control, and procurement to ensure timely availability of required parts for repair jobs.
• Liaise with insurance adjusters, including DRP partners, and customers to discuss and explain estimates, repair needs, and timelines.
• Collaborate with technicians and shop staff to assess damage, identify parts needs, and ensure the proper parts are used for each repair.
• Track and manage parts usage, monitor stock levels, and order replacement parts as needed.
• Ensure accurate documentation of parts used and proper coding for billing and inventory purposes.
• Stay current with automotive industry trends, including new repair techniques, parts technology, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage relationships with parts suppliers, vendors, and DRP networks to ensure cost-effective purchasing and timely delivery.
• Provide guidance and training to technicians on parts-related issues and repair procedures.
• Work with management to monitor and control parts-related expenses and improve cost-efficiency in the shop.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, both in parts handling and overall shop operations.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient parts storage area.

Skills

Automotive estimator

DRP knowledge

Parts management

Communication

Inventory control

Organizational skills

Tools

DRP software

Estimating software

Parts catalogs

Job description

Collision Repair Estimator
California Collision Center – Escondido, CA
Shop Website: https://californiaccsd.com/locations/escondido/

California Collision Center, located in Escondido, CA, is seeking a motivated and experiencedCollision Repair Estimatorto join our team. We are a family-owned business offering state‑of‑the‑art facilities and cutting‑edge technology to deliver the highest quality collision repair services. If you have a strong background in collision repair estimating, parts management, and experience working with DRPs (Direct Repair Programs), we want to hear from you!

This is a full‑time position, Monday through Friday (40 hours per week).

Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate and detailed estimates for collision repair jobs, ensuring all labor, parts, and materials are accounted for.
• Manage parts ordering, inventory control, and procurement to ensure timely availability of required parts for repair jobs.
• Liaise with insurance adjusters, including DRP partners, and customers to discuss and explain estimates, repair needs, and timelines.
• Collaborate with technicians and shop staff to assess damage, identify parts needs, and ensure the proper parts are used for each repair.
• Track and manage parts usage, monitor stock levels, and order replacement parts as needed.
• Ensure accurate documentation of parts used and proper coding for billing and inventory purposes.
• Stay current with automotive industry trends, including new repair techniques, parts technology, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage relationships with parts suppliers, vendors, and DRP networks to ensure cost‑effective purchasing and timely delivery.
• Provide guidance and training to technicians on parts‑related issues and repair procedures.
• Work with management to monitor and control parts‑related expenses and improve cost‑efficiency in the shop.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, both in parts handling and overall shop operations.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient parts storage area.
  

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as an automotive estimator, parts manager, or in a similar role is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of automotive repair processes, parts identification, and parts management systems.
• Experience working with DRPs and collision repair estimating software.
• Familiarity with industry‑standard parts catalogs and repair practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with customers, insurance companies, and vendors.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management abilities, with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Proven ability to manage parts inventories and ensure accurate parts ordering and usage.
• Detail‑oriented with a commitment to high‑quality work and customer satisfaction.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Solid understanding of customer service and quality control standards.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance.
• At least 21 years old.

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid uniforms
• Positive work environment and company culture
• Family‑owned collision repair facility