Estimator

Kaizen Collision; Frederick (CO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 6% commission

Opportunity to earn $200,000+ annually

Paid OEM and industry training

Career growth opportunities

Consistent repair volume

Job summary

Kaizen Collision Center – Frederick, Colorado is seeking an experienced Collision Repair Estimator to join our team. This role focuses on writing complete repair plans, selling repairs, and moving jobs smoothly from intake to final delivery.

The successful candidate will convert estimates into repair opportunities, perform detailed damage analysis, and coordinate with insurance carriers to ensure accurate supplements and timely updates.

Qualifications

• Previous collision repair estimating experience is required.
• Strong sales and customer communication skills.
• Ability to convert estimates into repair opportunities.
• Knowledge of damage analysis and blueprinting.
• Experience handling insurance claims/DRP processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Convert estimates and opportunities into scheduled repairs.
• Build relationships with customers from the first conversation.
• Write complete and accurate repair plans.
• Perform detailed vehicle inspections and damage analysis.
• Blueprint repairs and identify hidden damage.
• Prepare and manage supplements.
• Communicate with insurance companies and adjusters.
• Explain repair recommendations to customers.
• Provide timely repair updates; coordinate with technicians and production teams.
• Monitor repairs and address delays; maintain documentation.
• Help drive sales, production, cycle time, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Sales ability

Customer communication

Estimate conversion

Damage analysis/blueprinting

Tools

CCC ONE

Job description

Estimator

Collision Repair Estimator

Kaizen Collision Center – Frederick, Colorado
Full-Time | Up to 6% Commission | $200,000+ Earning Potential

Experienced Estimators: Your Performance Should Pay

Kaizen Collision Center is hiring an experienced Collision Repair Estimator for our Frederick, Colorado location.

We’re looking for more than someone who knows how to write an estimate.

We want an estimator who knows how to sell.

You know how to connect with customers, build trust, explain the repair process, overcome objections, capture the job, write a complete repair plan, and keep that repair moving from vehicle check-in through final delivery.

If you’re already producing at a high level and want an opportunity where your performance can directly impact your paycheck, we want to talk with you.

Compensation

Up to 6% commission with the opportunity to earn $200,000+ annually.

Compensation is based on experience, production, performance, and the applicable compensation plan.

What You’ll Do

• Convert estimates and opportunities into scheduled repairs
• Build strong relationships with customers from the first conversation
• Write complete and accurate repair plans
• Perform detailed vehicle inspections and damage analysis
• Blueprint repairs and identify hidden damage
• Prepare and manage supplements
• Communicate effectively with insurance companies and adjusters
• Explain repair recommendations and procedures to customers
• Provide timely and professional repair updatesCoordinate with technicians, painters, parts personnel, and production teams
• Monitor repairs and proactively address delays
• Maintain accurate documentation throughout the repair process
• Help drive sales, production, cycle time, quality, and customer satisfaction

What We’re Looking For

Previous collision repair estimating experience is required.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Proven collision repair estimating experience
• Strong sales ability
• Excellent customer communication skills
• Ability to convert estimates into repair opportunities
• Strong knowledge of damage analysis and blueprinting
• Experience writing supplements and handling insurance claims
• Knowledge of DRP processes and insurance procedures
• Understanding of OEM repair procedures
• Experience with CCC ONE or similar estimating software
• Ability to manage multiple repairs in a high-volume environment
• Strong organization and follow-through
• Understanding of closing ratios, gross profit, cycle time, and production
• Progressive claims experience is a plus
• I-CAR, ASE, or OEM certifications are preferred
• Valid driver’s license preferred

Why Kaizen Frederick?

Our Frederick location serves customers throughout Frederick, Firestone, Dacono, Erie, Longmont, Mead, Carbon Valley, and surrounding Northern Colorado communities.

That means opportunity - and we want an estimator who knows what to do with it.

At Kaizen, you’ll have access to:

• Up to 6% commission
• Opportunity to earn $200,000+ annually
• Consistent year-round repair volume
• Established insurance and DRP relationships
• Experienced production teams
• Organized repair planning and production processes
• OEM-focused repair procedures
• Supportive leadership
• Paid OEM and industry training
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization

Benefits

Medical Insurance - Curative

• $0 deductible
• $0 in-network copays
• $0 in-network prescriptions
• Preloaded card for approved out-of-network care

Additional Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid OEM and industry training
• Ongoing professional development
• Career growth opportunities

This Is a Producer’s Position

We’re not looking for an entry-level estimator.

And we’re not looking for someone who simply writes what they see and passes the file along.

We want someone who understands the entire business of collision repair.

You know how to write the repair.

You know how to sell the repair.

You know how to keep it moving.

You understand that every customer interaction matters. Every repair plan matters. Every supplement matters. Every day a vehicle sits matters.

If you know your numbers, consistently produce, and want an opportunity where your performance can translate into $200,000+ earning potential, it may be time to see what you can do at Kaizen.