Body Shop Estimator - Ford/Kia
- Lanham, MD
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Examine damage to customer vehicles to locate structural, body, mechanical or interior damages
- Estimate repair costs including supplies, parts, and labor
- Calculate customer payments including deductibles for repaired items
- Manage claim process for customers by obtaining estimates from insurance companies and reviewing with insurance adjuster
- Maintain customer report by explaining estimate and expected return of vehicle
- Maintain high-quality repairs and minimize comebacks
- Conduct spot checks of each completed job for thoroughness and quality
- Reconcile and prepare final invoices matching approved estimates
- 3+ years of previous automotive estimator experience
- Knowledge of major insurance program protocols and have the ability to upload estimates/images that meet those standards accordingly
- Prior experience as an estimator highly preferred
- I-Car or other industry training history
- Automotive certifications a plus
- High school degree or equivalent
- Must be a minimum of eighteen years of age
- Must have a valid Driver’s License
- Must be able to pass pre-employment screen (background)
- Paid Manufacturer Training
- Paid ICAR Training
- Health Care: medical, vision, and dental insurance plans
- Short-term and long-term disability plans
- Life Insurance
- 401(k)
- PTO and Paid Holidays
- Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, parts and service repairs
- Opportunities to join our community service initiatives
- Internal career advancement opportunities