Entry Level Body Shop Estimator

Subaru of Portland, a dealership in the O'Brien Auto Group, is currently looking for a full-time Entry Level Body Shop Estimator. 

Subaru of Portland is more than just a car dealership. Thanks to our customers, Subaru of Portland can support community venues such as the Oregon Humane Society, Make a Wish of Oregon and Portland Rescue Mission.

Subaru of Portland is servicing and selling a lot of vehicles and have a need to expand our staff. We are seeking a candidate who is friendly, articulate, enthusiastic and a self-motivated team player who demonstrates outstanding communication skills, maintains a positive attitude and provides an excellent work ethic in all responsibilities.

As an Entry Level Body Shop Estimator, your primary focus will be on:

• Answering the telephones in the Body Shop scheduling collision repair estimates, answering general body shop related questions, taking messages and working with insurance companies.
• Working with customers and insurance companies on payments due and keeping the body shop receivables schedule clean.
• Perform all work as designated on repair orders.
• Disassemble, repair and reassemble each vehicle.
• Repair collision damaged vehicles according to OEM specifications and company standards.
• Inform estimator if additional work is needed.
• Stay up to date with required I-Car and Company Safety Training.
• File, grind, sand and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
• Mix polyester resins and hardeners to be used in restoring damaged areas.
• Fit and weld replacement parts into place, using wrenches and welding equipment, and grind down welds to smooth them, using power grinders and other tools.
• Attend all training sessions and meetings.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management.
• Regular attendance is essential.
• Work in a cooperative, positive & professional manner with all personnel in the company.
• Treat members of the public and customers in a courteous and non-discriminatory manner. Maintain a professional demeanor while at work.
• Must conform to company policy regarding non-discrimination and harassment.
• Miscellaneous office duties.

Requirements:

• Qualified applicants MUST have at least 2 years of experience in a certified Body Repair Shop.
• Own personal tools.
• I-CAR or ASE Certifications are a bonus.

We provide a positive, professional work environment with the best training in the industry. We believe in employee development through training and advancement from within.

**Full-Time 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday - Friday**

This position pays $19 per hour.

All employees subject to eligibility requirements, we offer the following benefits:

• Paid holidays pursuant to the annual holiday calendar (typically five holidays)
• Vacation – based on hire date and paid based on position
• Medical/Dental/Vision/RX
• Ancillary Benefits such as Short/Long Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Life Insurance, Spousal/Child coverages
• 401(k) plus company match

Equipment/Machines/Tools Typically Used: phone, switchboard, computer, adding machine, copier, calculator, stapler, fax machine, postage machine, pencils/pens, letter opener, scissors, and rulers.

Physical Demands: Frequent twisting and/or turning of trunk, reaching, and handling of objects, intermittent standing, walking and sitting, infrequent stooping, knelling, crouching, and lifting of 10lbs or less.

Candidates for this position must possess a valid Driver’s License and maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with company policy. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background screening and motor vehicle record review.

Subaru of Portland is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Salary : $19