Reconditioning Estimator I

Cox Automotive Inc.; Belcamp (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bereavement leave

Jury duty leave

Job summary

Cox Automotive Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented estimator to generate accurate reconditioning estimates for vehicles. The role involves evaluating damages, paint, and color matching, and using designated estimating tools to produce clear, viewable estimates for clients and internal teams.

The candidate will work closely with vendors, procurement, and management to ensure timely pricing and completion. A valid driver's license and ability to work in a fast-paced environment are required.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of auto experience.
• Provide accurate reconditioning estimates for mechanical and body services.
• Communicate effectively with vendors, clients, and team members.

Responsibilities

• Clearly and accurately create vehicle repair estimates based on damages, paint, color match, and blending procedures.
• Able to utilize estimating tools to provide an accurate estimate.
• Document damages in the estimating tool to provide visibility to the client.
• Adheres to all company safety standards and reports any unsafe conditions through appropriate channels.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Auto experience

Estimating tools

Tools

Estimating tools

Job description

This position generates accurate and timely estimates for reconditioning services offered to all internal and external auction customers. These estimates are to be generated using formats and pricing defined by management.

Job Responsibilities

• Clearly and accurately create vehicle repair estimates based on damages, paint, color match, and blending procedures.
• Able to utilize estimating tools to provide an accurate estimate.
• Document damages in the estimating tool to provide visibility to the client.
• Adheres to all company safety standards and reports any unsafe conditions through appropriate channels.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualification

• 1+ years of auto experience
• Provide accurate reconditioning estimates for mechanical and body services. Estimates will include, but not be limited to, commercial, dealer, rental, and retail customers, as well as any lot or internal damage.
• Work with multiple vendors to locate the parts that best fit our clients' needs based on pricing and time frames.
• Work with Procurement/Purchasing staff to ensure accurate pricing of parts and supplies required for estimates.
• Monitor repair status, completion timelines, and customer communications related to approved reconditioning estimates as directed by management.
• Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such. Actively participate in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Communicate effectively with vendors, clients, and team members
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record required.
• Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds (e.g. tools, equipment).
• Vision abilities required include close, distance, and color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Regular exposure to weather conditions, fumes, and noise.

USD 18.22 - 27.36 per hour

Compensation

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $18.22 - $27.36/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Benefits

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

EOE, including disability/vets