Entry-Level Auto Body Collision Estimator

Chiltonautobody; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Chilton Auto Body is seeking an entry-level Collision Estimator in Operations. You will examine vehicles for collision-related damage, document repair effort, and ensure repairs meet Chilton Auto Body standards and insurer guidelines.

Training through Collision University is provided. Responsibilities include customer walk-throughs, vehicle intake, estimating, DRP compliance, and coordinating repairs with the Location Manager.

Qualifications

• 2 years' prior collision experience.
• Effective time-management.
• Able to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• Communicate effectively with teammates, customers, and business partners.
• Valid drivers' license required.
• Eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Review with customers and walk-through the repair process.
• Complete vehicle intake process including mapping damage and documenting files.
• Prepare estimates and supplements based on damage found.
• Follow DRP guidelines for insurance carriers.
• Support routing, scheduling, and coordination of repairs.
• Ensure quality standards are met before delivery.
• Maintain real-time accuracy of work files and closures.
• Participate in Collision University training.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Collision repair experience

Customer communication

Time management

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Tools

CCC One

Job description

Chilton Auto Body is seeking an entry-level Collision Estimator in Operations. You will examine vehicles for collision-related damage, document repair effort, and ensure repairs meet Chilton Auto Body standards and insurer guidelines.

Training through Collision University is provided. Responsibilities include customer walk-throughs, vehicle intake, estimating, DRP compliance, and coordinating repairs with the Location Manager.