Automotive Body Shop Estimator/ Advisor

Modern Automotive • Burlington, NC

19d • Onsite

About The Position

Modern Collision Center of Burlington has a career opportunity for an Automotive Body Shop Estimator/ Advisor. Come join the team of talented service professionals at Modern Collision Center of Burlington.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in an automotive service dealership preferred
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Outstanding organizational and follow-up skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to occasionally to lift up to 70 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Appraises vehicle damage to determine the cost of repair for insurance claim settlement.
• Examines damaged vehicle to determine the extent of structural, body, mechanical, or interior damage.
• Estimates the cost of labor and parts to repair or replace each damaged item.
• Reviews repair cost estimates with the body shop manager or foreman.
• In the event of a disagreement with the manager or foreman on the repair cost, arrange to have the damage appraised by another appraiser to resolve the situation.
• Determines feasibility of repair versus replacement of parts, such as bumpers, fenders, and doors.
• Evaluates the practicality of repair as opposed to payment of vehicle market value before the accident.
• Determines salvage value on total vehicle loss.
• Prepares insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations.
• Estimates cost of repainting, converting to special purposes, or customizing undamaged vehicles.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, voluntary life insurance, disability, accident, and specified disease insurance
• 401K eligibility after one year of service
• Paid holidays and Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees