Automotive Estimator/Auditor II
About The Position
Manheim, a Cox Automotive company, is hiring an Estimator II to provide estimation services for assigned auction areas. The role prepares reconditioning estimates for body, detail, and mechanical services; communicates estimates to relevant teams; and works with procurement or purchasing staff to confirm accurate pricing of parts and supplies. It also monitors repair status, completion timelines, transportation, and customer communications related to approved estimates, while maintaining repair and reconditioning records and completing paperwork. The employee is expected to follow safety and health procedures, model safe behaviors, and actively support safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence. This is an onsite role at a specified Cox location with a day shift and no travel. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. Employment requires passing a pre-employment drug test; the posting notes that marijuana is not currently included in pre-employment testing for this position.
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 be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.
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.
- Work 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 estimates.
- Maintain records of repair and reconditioning details and complete necessary paperwork.
- Follow safety and health procedures and model safe behaviors.
- Participate in and support safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.
Benefits
- Referral bonuses, including at least $1,000 for each eligible technician referral.
- Competitive pay; hourly base rate of $20.00–$30.00, with possible additional commission or incentive compensation.
- More than 30 days of paid vacation and company holidays effective in year one for full-time employees, with up to 44 paid days off based on tenure.
- Healthcare benefits available from day one, with multiple plan options; one employee-only plan may be free when participating in the health screening program.
- 10 days of free child or senior care through a complimentary Care.com membership.
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to 8% company match.
- Career development through Cox Auto University training, GED reimbursement opportunities, 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, voting, jury duty, volunteer, military, and parental leave.
- Health care insurance may include medical, dental, and vision coverage.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
