Bodyshop Estimator

Responsible for writing automotive collision estimates and providing repair cost estimates to insurance companies. Inspect vehicle damage to determine the extent of the repairs needed.
- Examine damaged vehicles to determine the extent of structural, body, mechanical or interior damage.
- Estimate the cost of labour and parts to repair or replace each damaged item following repair procedures, including writing, and uploading estimates, maintaining and scheduling work, ordering parts for scheduled repairs, negotiating supplements with insurance companies and creating work orders in the CRM.
- Order parts, assign techs, inspect vehicles throughout the repair process, and do a final inspection at the completion of the work for quality control.
- Complete invoices at delivery of the vehicle.
- Assisted customers with recommended repairs of their vehicles.
- Prepared repair orders, estimates, and supplements to be performed.
- Maintained professional contact with customers and adjusters on the status of vehicles.
- Performed body repairs on vehicles as needed.
- Advised customers through the repair process about delays and completion dates.
- Wrote estimates according to Insurance company guidelines.
- Execute consistent and exceptional customer service.
- Successfully achieve performance goals to support operational standards.
- Provide clear and completed estimates for damaged vehicles.
- Worked with many different insurance companies to come to an agreed cost of repairs.
- Demonstrate compassionate communication and effective negotiation to ensure a positive customer.

**Experience**:

- BodyShop Estimator: 3 years (preferred)

License/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)