Precision Collision Estimator for ADAS/EV Repairs (Temp)

Kinetic; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetic is seeking a temporary Collision Estimator to blend technical accuracy with customer advocacy. You’ll assess damage virtually, determine ADAS calibration needs, and ensure repair plans meet high standards using CCC ONE, Audatex, and Mitchell.

You’ll build relationships with car owners and collision centers, review photos and reports, and help implement efficient estimating workflows. A strong customer-service mindset and relevant certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in collision estimating or as an auto claims adjuster.
• Proficiency with CCC ONE, Mitchell, and Audatex software.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Analytics, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with car owners, collision center partners, and internal teams.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on collision estimating, repair planning, and ADAS calibration.
• Review high-resolution photos, scan reports, and facts of loss to produce accurate, complete, easy-to-understand estimates.
• Use CCC ONE, Audatex, and/or Mitchell to ensure estimates are precise and fully documented.
• Audit repair plans for OEM procedure compliance, correct labor times, and proper parts evaluation.
• Understand and apply insurance carrier requirements to ensure alignment and compliance.
• Analyze trends in estimate quality, documentation, supplements, and repair outcomes.
• Provide feedback to internal teams to improve workflows, technology, and customer processes.
• Support the ongoing development and enhancement of Kinetic's estimating, diagnostics, and repair planning platforms

Skills

Collision estimating

Customer service

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Analytics, or related field

I-CAR certification

ASE certification

Tools

CCC ONE

Audatex

Mitchell

Job description

Kinetic is seeking a temporary Collision Estimator to blend technical accuracy with customer advocacy. You’ll assess damage virtually, determine ADAS calibration needs, and ensure repair plans meet high standards using CCC ONE, Audatex, and Mitchell.

You’ll build relationships with car owners and collision centers, review photos and reports, and help implement efficient estimating workflows. A strong customer-service mindset and relevant certifications are preferred.