Estimator - Collision Repair-Lafeyette South

TAG Auto Group • Lafayette, IN

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About The Position

The Estimator is responsible for assessing vehicle damage, estimating repair costs, and determining the timeline for repairs. The role also involves negotiating insurance payments and communicating repair costs and damage details to customers. Estimators examine damaged vehicle parts to determine what requires repair, replacement, or repainting; prepare insurance forms and work orders; enter required repairs into company systems; and maintain repair records.

Requirements

• At least 3–5 years of experience working in the collision repair arena.
• Solid working knowledge of processes, techniques, and materials used in repairing automotive equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of vehicle structure and removal and replacement of damaged components, such as doors, windscreens, and fenders.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety precautions required for the work.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strength to perform average lifting of up to 35 pounds and occasional lifting of over 70 pounds.
• Agility, equilibrium, and coordination for climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and balancing under precarious conditions.
• Strong arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including the physical capacity to reach, handle, finger, and feel.
• Strong negotiation skills and commitment to customer service.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Examine vehicle parts that appear damaged and determine whether they require repair, replacement, or repainting.
• Assess vehicle damage through inspections.
• Estimate labor and car-part costs to repair vehicle damage.
• Prepare insurance forms showing repair cost estimates.
• Communicate vehicle damage and costs professionally to customers and answer questions about the vehicle, costs, and insurance.
• Negotiate insurance payment.
• Draft work orders specifying required repairs and enter them into company systems.
• Keep a record of all repairs in company files.
• Determine the timeline by which repairs can be completed.

Benefits

• Growth opportunities
• Supportive work culture

What This Job Offers

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