Collision Center Operations Assistant

DeVivo Companies; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top compensation

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Training & certification

Referral bonuses

Job summary

DeVivo Companies in Middletown, CT is seeking a Collision Center Operations Assistant to organize the repair workflow and ensure a smooth customer experience from intake to final delivery.

You will work with customers, insurers, and technicians to manage estimates, repair orders, and status updates while supporting the collision team to keep daily operations efficient and accurate.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a collision repair or body shop environment.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and administrative abilities.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience writing estimates or coordinating collision repairs preferred.
• Connecticut Appraiser’s License is a plus, but not required.
• Familiarity with Mitchell, CCC, or other collision estimating software preferred.
• Experience with dealer management systems such as Excede/Procede is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Excel.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• I-CAR or ASE certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers and provide an exceptional service experience.
• Create and manage collision repair work orders and estimates.
• Coordinate with insurance companies throughout the claims process.
• Communicate repair status and updates to customers.
• Schedule repairs and help manage daily workflow.
• Maintain accurate repair orders, customer files, and vehicle history.
• Work closely with technicians to ensure customer concerns are properly documented.
• Assist with administrative and office functions to support the Collision Center.
• Maintain professional communication with customers, vendors, and team members.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Communication skills

Organizational abilities

Administrative abilities

Multitasking

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Connecticut Appraiser’s License a plus

Tools

Mitchell/CCC

Excede/Procede

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel)

Job description

• Innovation: Be a part of a forward-thinking group that’s constantly pushing boundaries.
• Team Spirit: Join a collaborative environment where your ideas are valued, and teamwork is celebrated.
• Growth Opportunities: We provide various paths for personal and professional development.

Fuel Your Career with DeVivo Companies

Why DeVivo Companies?

• Innovation: Be a part of a forward-thinking group that’s constantly pushing boundaries.
• Team Spirit: Join a collaborative environment where your ideas are valued, and teamwork is celebrated.
• Growth Opportunities: We provide various paths for personal and professional development.

Explore opportunities with DeVivo Companies and be a driving force in the transportation industry.

Collision Center Operations Assistant

Are you organized, customer-focused, and experienced in the collision repair industry?

DeVivo Companies is looking for a Collision Center Operations Assistant to join our busy Collision Center in Middletown, CT. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with customers, insurance companies, and technicians while keeping the repair process organized from start to finish.

You’ll play a key role in delivering an outstanding customer experience while helping our collision team operate efficiently. You can learn more about us at https://www.devivocompanies.com.

What We Offer

• Top Compensation: $25.00 - $35.00/hour
• Financial Security: 401(k) with company match
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off
• Career Growth: Paid training, certification reimbursement, and promotion from within
• Perks & Culture: Employee referral bonuses in a stable, family-oriented environment

Day To Day Responsibilities

• Welcome customers and provide an exceptional service experience
• Create and manage collision repair work orders and estimates
• Coordinate with insurance companies throughout the claims process
• Communicate repair status and updates to customers
• Schedule repairs and help manage daily workflow
• Maintain accurate repair orders, customer files, and vehicle history
• Work closely with technicians to ensure customer concerns are properly documented
• Assist with administrative and office functions to support the Collision Center
• Maintain professional communication with customers, vendors, and team members

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a collision repair or body shop environment
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Strong organizational and administrative abilities
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Experience writing estimates or coordinating collision repairs preferred
• Connecticut Appraiser’s License is a plus, but not required
• Familiarity with Mitchell, CCC, or other collision estimating software preferred
• Experience with dealer management systems such as Excede/Procede is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Excel
• High school diploma or equivalent
• I-CAR or ASE certifications are a plus

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other protected classes.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other protected classes.

If you feel you have been harassed or retaliated against, based on any of these status, or would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact Mary Berger, Director of Civil Rights & Labor Relations at [phone] or by email at [e-mail], or by mail to DATTCO, Inc. 583 South Street New Britain, CT 06051.