Body Shop Estimator

Asbury Automotive•Peoria, AZ

38d

About The Position

Do you have a passion for developing relationships, providing exceptional guest experiences, and being an innovator in the automotive industry? As a Body Shop Estimator at Larry H Miller Collision Center Peoria, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on our business and in the lives of our team members and customers every day. We are looking for an energetic, customer-focused Body Shop Estimator who will help us redefine the car-buying experience. Does this sound like you? Apply now! A Body Shop Estimator is responsible for appraising customer's vehicle damage to determine the cost of repair for insurance claims or customer paid repairs. It is also the responsibility of the Estimator to maintain business flow while working with insurance adjusters and customers to assure a quality job while upholding customer satisfaction standards.

Requirements

Must be a minimum of eighteen years of age
Must have a valid Driver's License
Must be able to pass pre-employment screens (background & drug test)

Nice To Haves

Previous automotive experience preferred
Prior automotive estimating experience preferred
Automotive certifications, and or, a bachelors or associates degree a plus

Responsibilities

Ascertain automotive body damage by conducting inspections and examinations to determine extent of structural, body, mechanical or interior damage
Develop/prepare estimate cost by costing parts, supplies, labor and calculating customer's payment, including deductibles to repair or replace each damaged item
Obtain insurance estimates by contacting insurance companies, reviewing damage estimates with insurance adjuster, resolving repair and replacement requirements
Prepare WO (work order) by describing repair and replacement services required, obtain approval signatures, enter WO (work order) into work management system
Maintain customer rapport 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
Maintain body shop records by recording repair and replacement actions
Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
Enhance body shop reputation by providing excellent customer service

Benefits

Pay and Recognition:
Semi monthly pay
Paid holidays & paid time off
Paid training
Stock Awards(select management and front-line team member's eligible
Insurance / Retirement:
Insurance: medical, vision, dental, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity plans
Up to 12 weeks paid pregnancy leave (disability leave)
Paid Parental Leave
Health savings
Flex spending accounts (tax free)
Short-term and Long-term disability plans
Life Insurance (Whole Life and Term)
401k with company match
Learning, Tuition Assistance and Career Development:
Digital career path tool to assist with career development
Continuous training through Asbury's Internal Learning Management System
Professional growth and development opportunities Additional advantages:
Student loan relief resources
Employee assistance program
Employee discounts on parts and service repairs
Scholarship awards
Opportunities to join our community service initiatives, which includes paid volunteer hours
Aggressive Employee referral program with bonus opportunities