Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of body shop estimator. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for body shop estimator
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Ensure all shop area conditions do not threaten the safety of employees or customers
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Walk around each vehicle that enters the collision center
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Note damages that can be repaired, meet customers to explain repairs, costs and timelines for repairs
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Be knowledgeable about collision repair and the cost of repairs
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Estimate cost of body work for potential customers and insurance carriers consistent with costs, expenses, profit goals and work schedules
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Review damaged vehicles to determine whether to repair or replace parts
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Work with Collision Manager using word track and process of listening to customer needs, recommending repairs and scheduling vehicles in for agreed repairs
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Be able to accurately give a verbal repair plan for potential customers
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Understand insurance rates and rules to give an accurate estimate
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Be able to use estimating software in the body shop to write detailed and accurate estimates