Estimator in Training

Gerber Collision & Glass; South Carolina; On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Gerber Collision & Glass Florence is seeking an Estimator in Training who will learn to diagnose and prepare estimates for repair in line with insurance partner and company guidelines. You will support the estimator, communicate value to customers, and help ensure accurate repairs, timely deliveries, and high close rates.

A strong customer-service background and basic computer skills are required. This full-time role offers paid training, competitive hourly pay, and opportunities to advance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior customer service experience.
• 16 I-CAR units within the first 12 months of employment.
• Preferred: 4-6 years related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers at repair drop-off and build rapport.
• Map damage with customer and take initial photographs.
• Upload photos and notes to CCC One with arrival time.
• Verify and finalize estimates during teardown.
• Prepare final parts list and repair planning documentation.
• Update customers regularly and review estimates & dates.
• Assist insurance adjusters with damage reports.
• Support production meetings and follow-up with customers.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

MS Office

Decision making

Education

High school diploma / GED

16 I-CAR units within 12 months

Tools

Photo-imaging software

Job description

SC Florence - 154032We put our team members first. You’ll receive a great salary and benefits, and experience the support and opportunity you deserve. You’re empowered to make decisions. You control your future.Job Description:The Estimator in Training works closely with our Estimator to learn how to effectively diagnose and prepare all estimates for repair in an accurate, thorough, and profitable manner according to insurance partner and company guidelines. Additionally, the Estimator Apprentice is responsible for communicating the value Gerber provides, resulting in a high closed sales ratio.Key Job ResponsibilitiesEnsure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.Greets customer at repair drop off and builds rapport.Maps damage with customer (previous, current loss, WOW opportunities).Handles repair mapping, takes initial photographs. Uploads photos and notes to CCC One, along with arrival time, etc.Notifies production that vehicle has arrived and places in production queue. Verifies estimate during teardown.Finalizes estimate using proper Repair Planning Template.Works with repair team to make sure notations on windshield are correct and complete. Puts together final parts list.Uses Promise Date Caculator to set promise date. Calls customer to review estimate and promise date.Updates customer regularly (with frequency, according to standards determined by management).Participates in and contributes to the regularly scheduled production meetings.Calls customers whose cars will be completed the next day. Schedules with customer.Follow up with technicians after vehicle tear down and make adjustments to estimate if needed.Assist insurance adjusters with damage reports, etc., and provide service to insurance claim re-inspectors.Education and/or Experience RequiredHigh school diploma/GED required.Prior customer service experience.Must currently possess or successfully complete 16 I-CAR units within the first 12 months of employment.Preferred: 4-6 years related work experience. Photo-imaging software experience preferred.Required Skills/AbilitiesExcellent communication skills.Computer literate. Knowledge of Microsoft products is preferred.Good decision-making ability and sound judgment.Other RequirementsMust be able to walk, stand, stoop, kneel and crouch in providing an accurate estimate of a vehicle’s damage.Must possess clear vision in providing an accurate estimate of a vehicle’s damage.Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.The physical demands of your job must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.AI Disclosure Statement:At The Boyd Group and all affiliated companies, we do not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for employment. All hiring decisions are made by real people who review each application individually.Compensation Details:HOURLY$18 - 23 / Hour