Paint/Body Shop Estimator

Pace Transportation Services•Byron Center, MI

176d•$60,000

About The Position

Appraises vehicle damage to determine cost of repair for insurance claim settlement. This position is negotiable based on experience, around $60,000 annually + 5% commission.

Requirements

2+ years in body repair, estimating, or a related field (e.g., diesel mechanics, collision repair, etc.).
Proficiency in interpreting repair manuals, blueprints, and technical specifications.
Familiarity with trailer types (flatbeds, reefers, dry vans, etc.) and DOT regulations.
Experience with estimating software (Adjust-Rite, Karmak, or similar) and CRM platforms.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication for explaining technical details to non-experts.
Self-motivated with a results-driven mindset.
Strong interpersonal skills with coworkers and customers will be required.
Strong Sales skills and experience with Cold calling existing and or new potential customers/clients to help expand on existing book of buisness.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
1-year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2-4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid Driver's License

Nice To Haves

ERP knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

Examines damaged vehicle to determine extent of structural, body, mechanical or interior damage.
Estimates cost of labor and parts to repair or replace each damaged item.
Reviews repair cost estimates with body shop manager or foreman.
In the event of a disagreement with manager or foreman on repair cost, arranges to have damage appraised by another appraiser to resolve the situation.
Determines feasibility of repair versus replacement of parts, such as bumpers, fenders and doors.
Evaluates practicality of repair as opposed to payment of vehicle market value before accident.
Determines salvage value on total vehicle loss.
Prepares insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations.
Estimates cost of repainting, converting to special purposes or customizing undamaged vehicles.
Read and interpret a wide range of documents, including safety, technical, business, and legal materials.
Write reports, correspondence, speeches, and manuals.
Present information clearly and respond effectively to diverse audiences, from customers to top management.
Perform arithmetic operations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; calculate rates, ratios, percentages, and interpret graphs.
Use common sense and logical thinking to solve practical and abstract problems.
Interpret various instructions and technical information.
Analyze data, define problems, and draw valid conclusions.
Other tasks as assigned