Estimator II (Manheim)

Cox Enterprises•Hayward, CA

1d•$22 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

At Manheim (a Cox Automotive company), we’re hiring an Estimator II. Join a dynamic team where accuracy and efficiency drive client satisfaction. As an Estimator, you’ll be responsible for producing timely and precise estimates for reconditioning services on consigned vehicles for both wholesale and retail clients. You’ll assess vehicle damage, document recommended repairs, and collaborate with clients for approval. Estimates will be created using Manheim’s proprietary tools to ensure consistency and quality. Think you’ve got what it takes? Apply today!

Requirements

A high school diploma/GED and 3 years of experience in a related field; or any degree/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.
Organizational skills
Ability to lift and carry up to 25lbs (e.g. tools, equipment)
Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.
The ability to drive standard, automatic and electric vehicles.
Ability to work 50% inside and 50% outside of your day; in all weather conditions
To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

Assist with Warranty Claims and Reconditioning
Review vehicles after condition report (and possibly, a test drive) are completed. Check for accuracy and update/add/delete damage lines when inaccurate.
Suggest recon work to estimators, inside/outside coordinators, and clients to improve vehicle values and condition report grades.
Suggest method of selling/announcing vehicles during the approval/audit process.
Verify mechanics have correct test drive notes/information/codes related to repairs needed; if not, inform the test driver/management,
Verify mileage/odometer for every vehicle; communicate with management when changes are made.
Verify body work/paint times for suggested recon work.
Add images to CR/damage lines for additional views of damage if missing or hard to see.
Use Smart Approve technology and tablet
Understand various account certification levels, NAAA guidelines, Arbitration guidelines, and light system; use this knowledge to qualify vehicles appropriately during sign off and suggest recon work to "upgrade" vehicles
Communicate with others via email and phone as needed to verify information, suggestions, pricing, vehicle issues, etc.
Perform responsibilities and any other duties assigned by management independently or with little to no supervision

Benefits

Once you’re on board, earn referral bonuses (the amount varies based on job type). You’ll earn at least $1K for each new eligible technician referral you provide.
Competitive pay with opportunities.
30+ days of paid vacation and company holidays (effective year 1) for full-time employees because we know you need time to recharge.
Up to 44 paid days off with more time on the job.
Great healthcare benefits from day 1. Multiple options are available for individuals and families. One employee only plan could be FREE, if you participate in our health screening program.
At Cox, we believe in being transparent – please click on the link (Cox Benefits Overview) to learn more about our remarkable healthcare benefits.
10 days of free child or senior care through your complimentary Care.com membership.
Generous 401(k) retirement plans with up to 8% company match.
Career growth through Cox Auto University training, opportunity for GED reimbursement, free ASE training/certification and more!
Great coworkers who love being part of a team.
Employee discounts on hundreds of items, from cars to computers to continuing education.
Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.