Body Shop Estimator

VANGUARD TRUCK CENTERS LLC•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanguard Truck Centers is seeking a proactive Body Shop Estimator who is passionate about growing sales and has a passion for growing and developing within the company. This position is responsible for estimating the cost of repairing damaged tractor and trailer damage on the basis of visual inspection of the vehicle and familiarity with standard parts, costs, and labor rates. The ideal candidate will have a great attitude, a desire for success, be team-oriented, and an ultimate leader.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
2-5 years of previous Estimator experience required
Must be able to lift 50 pounds
Valid Driver's License
Ability to meet insurability requirements

Nice To Haves

Heavy Duty truck experience preferred

Responsibilities

Estimate cost of repairing damaged tractor and trailer damage on basis of visual inspection of vehicle and familiarity with standard parts, costs, and labor rates.
Examine the damaged vehicle for dents, scratches, broken glass, and other areas requiring repair, replacement, or repainting.
Sight along fenders to detect frame damage, or position vehicle in frame alignment rig that indicates location and extent of misalignment.
Examine interior for evidence of fire or water damage to upholstery and appointments.
Determine feasibility of repair of replacement of parts, such as bumpers, fenders, and doors, according to familiarity with relative costs and extent of damage.
Compute cost of replacement parts and labor to restore vehicle to condition specified by customer, using standard labor and parts cost manuals.
Enter itemized estimate on job order card or estimate form and explain estimate to customer.
Estimate cost of mechanical, electrical, or other repairs where ship performs both body work and mechanical servicing of vehicles.
Estimate cost of repainting, converting vehicles to special purposes, or customizing undamaged vehicles, depending on specialty of shop.
Direct collision repair tech when clarification is needed during the repair process.
Pick up or deliver vehicles as needed, including CDL trucks or trailers.