Lead Collision Estimator & Repair Planner

D&S Automotive Collision and Restyling; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

PTO

Continuing education opportunities

Paid Holidays

Paid Volunteer Days

Paid Life Insurance

401(k) plan with match

Job summary

D&S Automotive Collision and Restyling is hiring a full-time Repair Planners/Estimator to lead vehicle damage assessment, create detailed repair estimates, and communicate plans with customers. The role reports to the Collision Manager and offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced shop environment in Mentor, OH.

We provide medical, vision, dental, PTO, continuing education opportunities, paid holidays, volunteer days, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with match.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of auto body estimating experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a background/credit check required.
• Proficient with CCC One estimating program or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead disassembly of vehicles and manage all documentation of damage using our estimating system and digital photos.
• Assist in establishing a realistic repair plan based on parts delivery dates and shop volume.
• Create an estimate for repairs.
• Explain repair process, parts used, and expectations to the customer.
• Work with Parts Department to acquire needed parts to complete repairs.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Auto body estimating

CCC One estimating program

Microsoft Office 365

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CCC One estimating program

Job description

D&S Automotive Collision and Restyling is hiring a full-time Repair Planners/Estimator to lead vehicle damage assessment, create detailed repair estimates, and communicate plans with customers. The role reports to the Collision Manager and offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced shop environment in Mentor, OH.

We provide medical, vision, dental, PTO, continuing education opportunities, paid holidays, volunteer days, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with match.