Collision Estimator

Caliber Holdings•Patchogue, NY

25d

About The Position

Caliber Collision is hiring a Collision Estimator for its Patchogue service center. The role involves writing estimates, reviewing repair processes, checking in customer vehicles, preparing final customer paperwork before vehicle delivery, administering total-loss cases, and communicating repair plans and vehicle-status updates to customers. The estimator must follow Caliber’s safety rules, guidelines, and company standards. The advertised compensation is $65,000 to $75,000 annually, plus commission and bonus. Caliber describes opportunities for career growth, internal promotion, and ongoing career training in leadership skills and new technologies.

Requirements

At least 2 years of collision estimating experience.
At least 21 years of age.
Valid driver’s license and eligibility for coverage under the company insurance policy.
Motor Vehicle Physical Damage Appraisers License.
Prior experience with CCC1 or similar estimating software.
Advanced understanding and knowledge of repair processes and procedures.
Strong sales orientation.
Ability to understand written and verbal instructions.
Ability to prioritize competing tasks and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
Ability to perform consistent physical activity, including reaching below and above shoulder level, kneeling, bending, squatting, and lifting objects over 50 pounds.
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions.

Nice To Haves

Sales experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Write collision repair estimates.
Conduct process reviews.
Check in customer vehicles.
Complete final customer paperwork before vehicle delivery, including DRP and final invoices.
Finalize total-loss administration.
Communicate post-repair plans and vehicle-status updates to customers.
Comply with Caliber safety rules, guidelines, and company standards.