What are the responsibilities and job description for the Collision Estimator position at Key Collision Group?
Key Collision believes that our people are the most important part of our team, and we focus on our team members first. Our success in each area of our business is only attainable by having a culture-oriented, well-trained team of professionals who are focused on exceeding customer expectations.
Find the place in our organization that you'd like to make a difference in, and grow with us. We always look to promote from within our ranks, and a number of our current managers began their careers with Key Collision in entry-level positions.
Responsibilities
- Participate in developing a proper repair plan for each vehicle.
- Prepare estimates in accordance with Insurance partner and company guidelines.
- Communicate supplements to customers and insurance companies on the same business day as written.
- Sell work for our facility with a 90% or higher conversion rate. (most of our work is drp driven)
- Update customers on the progress of repairs on a scheduled and regular basis.
- CCCONE experience is a plus but not mandatory.
- Be accountable for your performance to your teammates.
- Continually look for opportunities to improve our process and customer experience.
- Expect to work more than 40 hours per week as we occasionally have capacity surges.
- Expect to be recognized for exceptional performance on a regular basis.
- Be willing to cross-train for other positions in the shop for advancement opportunities.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as an estimator in a shop or for an insurance company for at least 2 years.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Excellent customer service skills
- Basic computer proficiency
- Positive, friendly attitude, along with a customer service mentality
- Enjoy working in a dynamic environment
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Teammate with a collaborative mindset
- Math, reading, and software skills
- Ability to learn new technology, repair and service procedures, and specifications
- Able to operate electronic diagnostic equipment
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401K Plan Match
- Paid time off and vacation
- Short/Long Term Disability/Flex/Life
- Growth opportunities
Salary : $75,000 - $135,000