Automotive Estimator I (Manheim)

Cox Enterprises•Tallahassee, FL

38d•$16 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

At Manheim (a Cox Automotive company), we're hiring an Automotive Estimator I. We're looking for a detail-oriented go-getter who's ready to dive into the world of vehicle estimation and reconditioning with a sharp eye and a safety-first mindset. You might be asking "what's in it for me?" Great question. Here's a taste of the benefits we offer: Competitive pay Career growth through Cox Auto University training, opportunity for GED reimbursement, free ASE training/certification and more! Once you're on board, earn referral bonuses. Amount varies based on job type. You'll earn at least $1K for each new eligible technician referral you provide. 30+ days of paid vacation and company holidays per year (from day 1) for full-time employees because we know you need time to recharge. Up to 44 paid days off with more time on the job. Great healthcare benefits from day 1. Multiple options are available for individuals and families. One employee only plan could be FREE, if you participate in our health screening program. At Cox, we believe in being transparent - please click on this link (Cox Benefits Overview) to learn more about our awesome healthcare benefits. 10 days of free child or senior care through your complimentary Care.com membership. Generous 401(k) retirement plans with up to 8% company match. Great coworkers who love being part of a team. Employee discounts on hundreds of items, from cars to computers to continuing education. What You'll Do: With guidance, performs basic estimation duties, including Inspecting vehicles for body, detail and mechanic needs Develops positive working relationships with Estimation team members, allied teams and customers. Developing repair or reconditioning estimations, including parts and labor, assisting team members with part purchase / pricing detail and communication, Placing work orders with repair and/or reconditioning teams, Monitoring work progress, Verifying accuracy and completeness of work once complete, Documenting and updating records. Visibly demonstrates safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such. Actively participates in and support all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence You know how to get things done and your work ethic speaks for itself - plus, your eye for detail is unmatched. Here's what else you'll bring to the table:

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED and generally less than 2 years of experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
Organizational skills
Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs (e.g. tools, equipment)
Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
The ability to drive standard, automatic and electric vehicles
Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical Knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

With guidance, performs basic estimation duties, including Inspecting vehicles for body, detail and mechanic needs
Develops positive working relationships with Estimation team members, allied teams and customers.
Developing repair or reconditioning estimations, including parts and labor, assisting team members with part purchase / pricing detail and communication
Placing work orders with repair and/or reconditioning teams
Monitoring work progress
Verifying accuracy and completeness of work once complete
Documenting and updating records.
Visibly demonstrates safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such.
Actively participates in and support all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence

Benefits

Competitive pay
Career growth through Cox Auto University training, opportunity for GED reimbursement, free ASE training/certification and more!
Once you're on board, earn referral bonuses. Amount varies based on job type. You'll earn at least $1K for each new eligible technician referral you provide.
30+ days of paid vacation and company holidays per year (from day 1) for full-time employees because we know you need time to recharge. Up to 44 paid days off with more time on the job.
Great healthcare benefits from day 1. Multiple options are available for individuals and families. One employee only plan could be FREE, if you participate in our health screening program.
At Cox, we believe in being transparent - please click on this link (Cox Benefits Overview) to learn more about our awesome healthcare benefits.
10 days of free child or senior care through your complimentary Care.com membership.
Generous 401(k) retirement plans with up to 8% company match.
Great coworkers who love being part of a team.
Employee discounts on hundreds of items, from cars to computers to continuing education.
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.
Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).