Body Shop Estimator

GTG Peterbilt•Cedar Rapids, IA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

GTG Peterbilt – Cedar Rapids is a premier provider of quality products and services to commercial equipment users. We carry a large selection of new and previously owned commercial trucks and offer a full suite of maintenance and repair services. When you build your career at GTG Peterbilt, you make a commitment to being the very best in the business. We have an immediate opening for a Body Shop Estimator. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in diesel truck repair and be able to accurately appraise vehicle damage to determine the cost of repair or customization. If you are a skilled Body Shop Estimator with a passion for providing exceptional customer service, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Requirements

Strong customer service and communication skills with staff, customers, and insurance providers.
Organized and able to track multiple projects at one time.
Strong knowledge of automotive repair and estimating software.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Two to four years related experience and/or training.
Combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Nice To Haves

Strong background in diesel truck repair

Responsibilities

Project management to include tracking parts, status updates, and maintain schedule.
Examine damaged vehicles to determine extent of damage related to the said incident.
Estimate cost of labor and parts to repair or replace each damaged item.
Review repair cost estimates with body shop manager or foreman.
Determine feasibility of repair versus replacement of parts.
Prepare insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations.
Coordinate with insurance companies and customers.
Estimate cost of repainting, converting to special purposes or customizing undamaged vehicles.