Experienced Collision Center Estimator

Sioux Falls Ford Lincoln; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Abra Auto Body & Glass is seeking an experienced Collision Center Estimator / Auto Body Estimator to lead estimates from initial inspection through repair completion. This role emphasizes clear communication with customers and insurers and accurate estimation across labor, parts, and repairs.

The position offers strong earning potential, a Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends, and a benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and long‑term

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple repairs and priorities.
• Experience using CCC ONE and Mitchell software.
• Detail‑oriented with accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Inspect damaged vehicles and identify structural, body, mechanical, and interior damage.
• Prepare accurate estimates for labor, parts, repairs, and replacement.
• Work with insurers and prepare estimates, documentation, and repair recommendations.
• Review repair estimates and plans with Collision Center management.
• Communicate repair timelines, updates, and delays with customers.
• Coordinate parts availability and keep repairs moving.
• Verify insurance payments, rental authorizations, and customer balances before delivery.
• Perform quality‑control inspections after repairs.
• Complete and close repair orders with accurate documentation.
• Ensure every customer receives a professional collision repair experience.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Detail oriented

Tools

CCC ONE

Mitchell

Job description

Abra Auto Body & Glass is looking for an experienced Collision Center Estimator / Auto Body Estimator to join our team. We’re seeking someone who understands the collision repair process, communicates well with customers and insurance companies, and can accurately manage estimates from initial inspection through completed repair.

We offer strong earning potential, a Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends, a comprehensive benefits package, and a stable work environment where experienced collision professionals can build a long-term career.

Why Join Abra?

• $65,000–$100,000+ annual earning potential
• Monday–Friday schedule – No Weekends
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Established collision repair operation
• Employee discounts on vehicles, service, and parts
• Vehicle, service, and parts discounts for immediate family members
• Long‑term career opportunity with an experienced team

What You’ll Do

• Inspect damaged vehicles and identify structural, body, mechanical, and interior damage
• Prepare accurate estimates for labor, parts, repairs, and replacement
• Work with insurance companies and prepare required estimates, documentation, and repair recommendations
• Review repair estimates and repair plans with Collision Center management
• Communicate repair timelines, updates, changes, and delays with customers
• Coordinate parts availability and help keep repairs moving efficiently
• Verify insurance payments, rental authorizations, and customer balances before vehicle deliveryPerform quality‑control inspections following completed repairs
• Complete and close repair orders while maintaining accurate documentation
• Help ensure every customer receives a professional and positive collision repair experience

What We’re Looking For

• Previous collision estimating or auto body industry experience preferred
• Experience with CCC ONE and Mitchell collision estimating software
• Strong understanding of collision repair procedures and estimating
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to manage multiple repairs and priorities
• Professional, dependable, and solution‑focused
• Comfortable learning and using collision estimating, management, and vehicle information software
• Valid driver’s license

Benefits

• Health insurance, including wellness benefits
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time
• 401(k) with company match after one year of service
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Avera
• Section 125 FLEX Account
• Employee discounts on vehicles, service, and parts
• Vehicle, service, and parts discounts available to immediate family members

Join Our Team

At Abra Auto Body & Glass, every team member plays an important role in delivering the quality workmanship and customer service our community has come to expect.

If you’re an experienced collision professional looking for $65,000–$100,000+ earning potential, no weekends, great benefits, and a long‑term career opportunity with an established collision repair team, we’d like to hear from you.