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Collision Center Estimator

Chalmers Ford Inc
Rio, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 9/21/2025 CLOSED ON 11/20/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Collision Center Estimator position at Chalmers Ford Inc?

Description

About Us


At Chalmers Ford, we strive to make every customer a customer for life.  Happy employees make happy customers, and we reward individuals who are ready to work hard and stay motivated.  Every employee at Chalmers Ford is absolutely critical to its success. Our promise is to keep delivering the same award winning service and value that our community has come to expect from our dealership through the years.


Job Purpose


The Body Shop Estimator helps ensure the overall efficiency, profitability, and reputation of our auto body shop operations by providing timely, accurate, and customer-approved estimates for all assignment repair orders that we receive. He or she documents estimates and the necessary repair work according to established industry standards and insurance company regulations.  We are looking for someone with long-term employment expectations and is honest, punctual and dependable. As an estimator, your primary duty is to write repair estimates per industry standards, while following insurance/fleet management guidelines, as well as, manufacturer recommendations.


Duties & Responsibilities


Provide Excellent Customer Service

Friendly personality and excellent people skills

Support the Body Shop Estimating Process

Support the Repair Process

Support Final Delivery Process

Protect Our Reputation

Other duties as assigned


What We Offer:


Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee vehicle purchase plans

Discounts on products and services

Health and wellness

Family owned and operated


Requirements

Qualifications


Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check; we are a drug-free employer

Must have at least one year of experience

Must be at least 18 years of age

Valid, clean New Mexico driver's license

Excellent computer, use of CCC, Mitchell preferred

I-Car Certified as an Estimator (desired, but not required)

Must be punctual and reliable

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