What are the responsibilities and job description for the Body Shop Estimator position at Hennessy Collision of Atlanta?
Description
As an Estimator at Hennessy Collision of Atlanta, you will be responsible for appraising vehicle damage to determine the cost of repair for insurance claim settlements.
What You'll Do:
- 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.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Hennessy is proud to serve our community with a set of core values which guide our daily decisions and actions. They are:
- Accountability – We take ownership of our words, actions, results, and commitments.
- Teamwork – We are better when we work together.
- Kindness – We show compassion and care for others.
- Grit – We have the heart and determination to see it through.
- Integrity – We are trustworthy, honest, and do what’s right.
- Curiosity – We ask questions to seek understanding.
Requirements
What You'll Bring:
- Minimum of 2 years experience as an estimator
- I Car certification strongly preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Outgoing and service-oriented attitude
- Knowledge of collision repair process
- Valid GA driver's license with a clean driving history
- Must submit to and pass a background and drug screen
Working Environment & Physical Demands
Duties are performed throughout the dealer premises, both indoors and outdoors. Work includes frequent movement around the company facilities and the outdoor car lot to move vehicles. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear and is frequently required to stand, walk and sit.
The position requires regular and predictable attendance. Scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and holidays.
We are an equal opportunity employer & drug-free workplace. Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing background screening (incl. criminal background check, review of consumer & motor vehicle records, verification of SSN & passing drug test at a certified testing facility). Employment is on an at-will basis & subject to termination if dealership rules & regulations are violated.