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Auto Body Shop Estimator/Office

LaRiche Chevrolet Cadillac, Findlay, OH, United States


Automotive Body Shop Estimator/Office
LARICHE CHEVROLET CADILLAC is looking to add an experienced

Body Shop Estimator

to their service team.

Job Responsibilities:

Reviewing repair cost estimates with customers and shop foreman

Determining feasibility of repair versus replacement of parts, such as bumpers, fenders, and doors and other body panels

Preparing insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimate and recommendations

Estimating cost of repainting, converting to special purposed, or customizing undamaged vehicles

Presenting information and responding to questions from groups or managers, clients, customers

Creating repair orders, billing out appropriate labor times, costs and other items as necessary

Scheduling repairs, communicating with the parts department, following a vehicle along the entire repair process

Communicating with customers, other dealership employees and insurance companies

Processing and submitting all necessary paperwork

Job Requirements:

Minimum of 1-2 years previous estimator experience is required

Confidence to handle high volume estimator needs

Ability to read/interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions

Excellent communication skills, high level of initiative, and ability to work in a team

Basic MS Office knowledge; computer software, internet proficiency, and general math skills

Experience in the estimating/body shop/automotive field Insurance company a big PLUS

Excellent customer skills and ability to work well with customers, insurance companies and other employees

Must be willing to submit to a background check and drug screen with a valid driver’s license

Professional appearance in accordance with body shop policies / dress code

Dealership Commitment:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Accident Insurance

401K Plan with company match

Paid time off, vacations, and holidays

Competitive pay plan

Family owned and operated since 1985

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