Entry Level Body Shop Estimator

OBRIEN AUTO GROUP • Portland, OR

5d • $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Subaru of Portland, a dealership in the O'Brien Auto Group, is currently looking for a full-time Entry Level Body Shop Estimator. Subaru of Portland is more than just a car dealership. Thanks to our customers, Subaru of Portland can support community venues such as the Oregon Humane Society, Make a Wish of Oregon and Portland Rescue Mission. Subaru of Portland is servicing and selling a lot of vehicles and have a need to expand our staff. We are seeking a candidate who is friendly, articulate, enthusiastic and a self-motivated team player who demonstrates outstanding communication skills, maintains a positive attitude and provides an excellent work ethic in all responsibilities. As an Entry Level Body Shop Estimator, your primary focus will be on: Answering the telephones in the Body Shop scheduling collision repair estimates, answering general body shop related questions, taking messages and working with insurance companies. Working with customers and insurance companies on payments due and keeping the body shop receivables schedule clean. Perform all work as designated on repair orders. Disassemble, repair and reassemble each vehicle. Repair collision damaged vehicles according to OEM specifications and company standards. Inform estimator if additional work is needed. Stay up to date with required I-Car and Company Safety Training. File, grind, sand and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools. Mix polyester resins and hardeners to be used in restoring damaged areas. Fit and weld replacement parts into place, using wrenches and welding equipment, and grind down welds to smooth them, using power grinders and other tools. Attend all training sessions and meetings. Maintain a neat and orderly work area. Perform other duties as assigned by Management. Regular attendance is essential. Work in a cooperative, positive & professional manner with all personnel in the company. Treat members of the public and customers in a courteous and non-discriminatory manner. Maintain a professional demeanor while at work. Must conform to company policy regarding non-discrimination and harassment. Miscellaneous office duties.

Requirements

• Qualified applicants MUST have at least 2 years of experience in a certified Body Repair Shop.
• Own personal tools.
• Candidates for this position must possess a valid Driver’s License and maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with company policy.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background screening and motor vehicle record review.

Nice To Haves

• I-CAR or ASE Certifications are a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Answering the telephones in the Body Shop scheduling collision repair estimates, answering general body shop related questions, taking messages and working with insurance companies.
• Working with customers and insurance companies on payments due and keeping the body shop receivables schedule clean.
• Perform all work as designated on repair orders.
• Disassemble, repair and reassemble each vehicle.
• Repair collision damaged vehicles according to OEM specifications and company standards.
• Inform estimator if additional work is needed.
• Stay up to date with required I-Car and Company Safety Training.
• File, grind, sand and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
• Mix polyester resins and hardeners to be used in restoring damaged areas.
• Fit and weld replacement parts into place, using wrenches and welding equipment, and grind down welds to smooth them, using power grinders and other tools.
• Attend all training sessions and meetings.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management.
• Regular attendance is essential.
• Work in a cooperative, positive & professional manner with all personnel in the company.
• Treat members of the public and customers in a courteous and non-discriminatory manner.
• Maintain a professional demeanor while at work.
• Must conform to company policy regarding non-discrimination and harassment.
• Miscellaneous office duties.

Benefits

• Paid holidays pursuant to the annual holiday calendar (typically five holidays)
• Vacation – based on hire date and paid based on position
• Medical/Dental/Vision/RX
• Ancillary Benefits such as Short/Long Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Life Insurance, Spousal/Child coverages
• 401(k) plus company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed