Estimator/Auditor II

Cox Communications•Maple Grove, MN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Cox Automotive is hiring an Estimator/Auditor II for Manheim. This individual contributor provides estimation services for assigned auction areas, prepares reconditioning estimates, and coordinates estimates and related work with internal teams. The position is based at a specified Cox location, with no remote-work option and no travel. The work shift is day shift. The hourly base pay range is $20.00–$30.00, with potential additional compensation through commission and/or an incentive program. Employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment drug test; marijuana is not currently included in Cox Automotive’s pre-employment drug testing for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. Cox Automotive describes its workplace as people-centered and focused on transforming how people buy, own, sell, or use cars. The company is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause undue hardship.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 3 years of experience in a related field; or a degree or certification beyond high school and 1 year of experience; or 5 years of experience in a related field.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
Must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship; OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT, and visa sponsorship are not available.

Responsibilities

Provide estimation services for assigned auction areas.
Prepare accurate reconditioning estimates for body, detail, and mechanic services.
Communicate estimates to maintenance, reconditioning, and other teams to initiate work.
Coordinate with procurement or purchasing staff to ensure accurate pricing of parts and supplies required by estimates.
Monitor repair status, completion timelines, transportation, and customer communications related to approved reconditioning estimates.
Maintain repair and reconditioning records and complete necessary paperwork.
Follow safety and health procedures and model safe behaviors.
Actively participate in and support safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.

Benefits

Referral bonuses; at least $1,000 for each eligible technician referral.
Competitive pay and possible commission and/or incentive compensation.
More than 30 days of paid vacation and company holidays in the first year for full-time employees; up to 44 paid days off with tenure.
Healthcare benefits from day one, with multiple plan options and a potentially free employee-only plan for participants in the health screening program.
10 days of complimentary child or senior care through a Care.com membership.
401(k) plan with up to 8% company match.
Up to $1,500 in free tools for new auto technicians.
Career growth and training through Cox Auto University, GED reimbursement opportunity, and free ASE training and certification.
Flexible work schedules and overtime opportunities.
Employee discounts on items including cars, computers, and continuing education.
At least 16 hours of paid time off per month and seven paid holidays per calendar year.
Additional paid leave may include bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
Potential health care insurance including medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement planning; and paid days off.