Collision Estimator (58933)

Job Responsibilities:

• Break down estimates into labor and parts before job is started so body men are aware of time allowances.
• Follow up parts department orders to insure parts availability.
• Revise and approve time allowances of each job.
• Assist with quality check of completed jobs.
• Prepare final billing for completed repair orders.
• Responsible for aiding the Body Shop Manager in the daily activities of the shop. These include: communications with technicians, painters, other departments with-in the dealership, insurance company representatives, parts wholesalers, and especially customers.
• Investigate new equipment and tools in the field and recommend purchases.
• Forecast goals and objectives for the department.
• Check the general Body Shop appearance (outside and inside).
• Estimate writing, repair selling, job scheduling, completion date notification, repair order billing, filing, problem solving, phone answering, supplement authorization and follow-up, weekly payroll, Quality Control maintenance and continual education in the Body Shop Industry.
• Examine Body Shop ROs and other paperwork in Body Shop Office.
• Make occasional inspections of completed ready-for-delivery body work. (Is the quality and general appearance of car acceptable?).

Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• Two years experience in a dealership estimator position preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.