Estimator

Drive Green VI; Saint Thomas (Franklin County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A vehicle repair company located in Franklin County seeks an Estimator. This role involves managing the vehicle repair estimating process from start to finish, ensuring accuracy, customer satisfaction, and compliance with insurance guidelines. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in automotive estimating, excellent communication and organizational skills, and familiarity with estimating software. This is a full-time position offering growth opportunities in a mid-senior level capacity.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in automotive estimating or collision repair.
• Strong knowledge of auto body repair techniques and insurance procedures.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate repair estimates in accordance with company standards.
• Perform thorough vehicle inspections to identify damage and required repairs.
• Communicate directly with customers, insurance adjusters, and technicians.

Skills

Automotive estimating

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Auto body repair techniques

Insurance procedures

Tools

CCC1 estimating software

Microsoft Office Suite

QuickBooks

Job description

The Estimator is responsible for managing the vehicle repair estimating process from intake through job completion, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and customer satisfaction. This position serves as the key liaison between customers, technicians, and insurance partners to maintain efficient repair operations and proper documentation of all estimates, approvals, and billing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate repair estimates in accordance with company standards and insurance guidelines.
• Perform thorough vehicle inspections to identify damage and required repairs.
• Communicate directly with customers, insurance adjusters, and technicians to explain findings and manage expectations.
• Enter and update all job information into CCC1 estimating software (or equivalent), maintaining full documentation of repair authorizations and supplements.
• Track repair progress, ensure completion within estimated timelines, and maintain communication with customers throughout.
• Review completed work for quality and accuracy prior to delivery.
• Coordinate closely with the Parts Manager to ensure all necessary components are ordered and available prior to production start.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical job files, ensuring accurate records for billing and audits.
• Support shop management with periodic reporting, invoicing, and accounts receivable reconciliation.
• Uphold company policies regarding safety, documentation, and professional conduct.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in automotive estimating or collision repair.
• Strong knowledge of auto body repair techniques and insurance procedures.
• Experience with CCC1 or similar estimating software preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with QuickBooks preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing