Collision Repair Estimator & Appraisal Specialist

Penske; New Haven (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Penske Collision Repair is seeking a qualified Collision Repair Appraiser in Fort Wayne, IN to write accurate collision repair estimates and coordinate with customers and shop personnel for timely quotes.

Applicants should have at least 3 years of body shop estimating experience, an Estimator Certification, and a high school diploma. Proficiency with Adjustrite and Summit, plus basic MS Word/Excel/Outlook skills, is required.

Qualifications

• Three years 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.
• Strong written and oral communication, problem solving and decision making skills.
• Must follow Penske policies and safety rules (DOT/OSHA).
• Regular, predictable full attendance; ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Write collision repair estimates in Adjustrite and download into Summit.
• Maintain superior customer relations and communicate with customers.
• Coordinate with internal/external stakeholders on repair quotes.
• Support other projects as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

People skills

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Estimator Certification

Vocational/technical training

Tools

Adjustrite

Summit

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Job description

Penske Collision Repair is seeking a qualified Collision Repair Appraiser in Fort Wayne, IN to write accurate collision repair estimates and coordinate with customers and shop personnel for timely quotes.

Applicants should have at least 3 years of body shop estimating experience, an Estimator Certification, and a high school diploma. Proficiency with Adjustrite and Summit, plus basic MS Word/Excel/Outlook skills, is required.