Estimator II: Auto Reconditioning & Costing

Cox Automotive Inc.; Matteson (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonuses

Competitive pay

Paid vacation & holidays

Healthcare benefits from day one

Care.com membership

Job summary

Manheim, a Cox Automotive company, is hiring an Estimator II to provide accurate reconditioning estimates for body, detail, and mechanic services at assigned auction areas. You will coordinate with maintenance, purchasing, and other teams to ensure timely work and pricing accuracy.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with relevant experience or an equivalent degree/certification, plus strong communication and MS Office skills. Join a safety‑driven team with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma/GED and 3 years of experience in related field, or any degree/certification with 1 year experience, or 5 years in related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides estimation services for an assigned auction area or areas.
• Provides accurate reconditioning estimates for body, detail, and mechanic services.
• Communicates estimates to maintenance, reconditioning, and other teams as required to initiate work.
• Works with procurement/purchasing staff to ensure accurate pricing of parts and supplies required by estimates.
• Monitors repair status, completion timelines, transportation, and customer communications related to approved reconditioning estimates.
• Keeps records of repair/reconditioning details and completes necessary paperwork.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office suite (Outlook/Word/Excel)

Job description

Manheim, a Cox Automotive company, is hiring an Estimator II to provide accurate reconditioning estimates for body, detail, and mechanic services at assigned auction areas. You will coordinate with maintenance, purchasing, and other teams to ensure timely work and pricing accuracy.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with relevant experience or an equivalent degree/certification, plus strong communication and MS Office skills. Join a safety‑driven team with growth opportunities.