Estimator

Fifth-Dimension-Collision-Repair; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fifth-Dimension-Collision-Repair in Champaign, Illinois, is looking for an Estimator responsible for assessing vehicle damage and estimating repair costs. The role includes negotiating payments with insurance companies and communicating detailed costs to customers.

Candidates should have a solid working knowledge of automotive repair processes and at least 1-3 years of experience in the collision repair arena. Strong negotiation skills and attention to detail are crucial for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of repair techniques and materials.
• Ability to assess vehicle damage through inspections.
• Demonstration of safety precautions in work.

Responsibilities

• Estimate costs for vehicle repairs.
• Prepare insurance forms showing repair cost estimates.
• Communicate with customers about vehicle damage and costs.

Skills

Knowledge of automotive repair processes

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Customer service orientation

Education

1-3 years of experience in collision repair

Job description

Careers at Fifth Dimension Collision Repair

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Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

The Estimator is primarily responsible for determining the approximate cost associated with the vehicle’s damages and determining the timeline by which the repairs can be made. The Estimator is also in charge of negotiating insurance payment and communicating costs to customer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Examines all parts of vehicle that appear to be damaged that require repair, replacement, or repainting
• Assess vehicle damage through inspections
• Estimates the cost of labor and car part to repair damage on the vehicle
• Prepare insurance forms to show repair cost estimate
• Communicates to customer in a professional manner the damage of vehicle and answers any questions that the customer may have about vehicle, costs, and insurance
• Draft work order with required repair and enter it into CollisionRight’s system
• Keep a record of all repairs in company file

QUALIFICATIONS

• Solid working knowledge of the processes, techniques and materials used in repairing automotive equipment with a minimum of 1-3 years of experience working in the collision repair arena
• Possess extensive knowledge of vehicle structure to remove and replace damaged components, such as doors, windscreens and fenders
• Demonstration of safety precautions required in performing the work in this position
• Possess a strong attention to detail in addition to the ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strength to perform average lifting up to 35 pounds and occasionally over 70 pounds
• Demonstrated agility, equilibrium and coordination as required when climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling and balancing under precarious conditions
• Strong arm, hand and finger dexterity with demonstrated physical capacity to reach, handle, finger and feel
• Strong negotiation skills along with a commitment to servicing the customer
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production oriented environment.

This position description is intended to be dynamic and subject to change. Position requirements and essential functions may be altered from time to time based upon the needs of the organization and department. This position may be required to execute special projects or other related duties on occasion.