Body Shop Estimator - Mercedes Benz of Tampa Collision Center

Asbury Automotive • Tampa, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Body Shop Estimator at the Tampa Collision Center, you will be responsible for appraising customer vehicle damage to determine the cost of repair for insurance claims or customer-paid repairs. Your role is crucial in maintaining business flow by working with insurance adjusters and customers to ensure quality repairs and uphold customer satisfaction standards. This position offers 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 individual who will help us redefine the car-buying experience.

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 the extent of structural, body, mechanical, or interior damage.
• Develop and prepare cost estimates by calculating parts, supplies, and labor costs, including customer deductibles, to repair or replace each damaged item.
• Obtain insurance estimates by contacting insurance companies, reviewing damage estimates with insurance adjusters, and resolving repair and replacement requirements.
• Prepare work orders by describing required repair and replacement services, obtaining approval signatures, and entering the work order into the work management system.
• Maintain customer rapport by explaining estimates and expected vehicle return times.
• 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

• Weekly pay
• Paid holidays & paid time off
• Paid training
• Stock Awards (select management and front-line team members eligible)
• 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
• Pet Insurance
• Digital career path tool to assist with career development
• Continuous training through Asbury's Internal Learning Management System
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Technician 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
• Employee referral program with bonus opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees