High-Earning Collision Repair Estimator | 6% Commission

Kaizen Collision Center; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 6% commission

Earning potential $200,000+ annually

Medical insurance – Curative

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

OEM and industry training

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Kaizen Collision Center is hiring experienced Collision Repair Estimators at multiple Colorado locations. You will write complete repair plans, analyze damage, and drive repairs from vehicle intake through final delivery. This role rewards performance with commission and high earning potential.

Ideal candidates have proven estimating experience, strong sales and customer communication skills, and the ability to convert estimates into repairs while coordinating with insurance and production teams.

Qualifications

• Previous collision repair estimating experience is required.
• Ideal candidates will have strong sales and customer communication skills.
• Ability to convert estimates into scheduled repairs.
• Strong knowledge of damage analysis and blueprinting.
• Experience writing supplements and working with 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 organizational and follow-through skills.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Sell collision repair services and convert estimates into repair opportunities.
• Build trust and strong relationships with customers.
• Write complete and accurate repair plans using industry estimating software.
• 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 customers with timely repair updates.
• Coordinate with technicians, painters, parts personnel, and production teams.
• Monitor repairs and proactively address delays.
• Maintain accurate documentation throughout the repair process.
• Help achieve sales, production, cycle-time, quality, and customer satisfaction goals.

Skills

Sales skills

Customer comms

Estimate conversion

Damage analysis

Blueprinting

Supplements

Insurance claims

DRP knowledge

OEM procedures

CCC ONE

High volume

Organization

Follow-through

Closing ratios

Gross profit

Cycle time

Progressive claims

Certifications

Driver's license

Tools

CCC ONE

Job description

Kaizen Collision Center is hiring experienced Collision Repair Estimators at multiple Colorado locations. You will write complete repair plans, analyze damage, and drive repairs from vehicle intake through final delivery. This role rewards performance with commission and high earning potential.

Ideal candidates have proven estimating experience, strong sales and customer communication skills, and the ability to convert estimates into repairs while coordinating with insurance and production teams.