Job Summary
Palm Chevrolet is looking for an Estimator who will examine vehicle for collision related damage and document the time and effort required to repair and refinish vehicle to pre-accident condition in accordance with industry standards and insurance company guidelines.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Greet each customer in a professional and courteous manner;
- Educate the customer about the collision repair process, including insurance claims processing, payment procedures, repair techniques, repair needs and approximate repair time;
- Prepare all repair damage reports in an accurate and precise manner;
- Supervise and route each repair including disbursement of all paperwork, scheduling, monitoring repairs, negotiating repair times, coordinating sublet work and all other aspects of the repair necessary to provide the consumer with the most expeditious and high quality repair available;
- Uses tact and diplomacy when dealing with internal and external customers;
- Attend daily release meetings;
- Service all insurance accounts in order to maintain those business relationships vital to our success;
Qualifications and Skills
- Knowledge of insurance procedures and requirements;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Must assume responsibility for accuracy and timeliness of work product;
- I-CAR certification preferred;
- Proficient in the use of estimating software.
- Valid driver's license;
- Must be able to pass thorough background check;
Benefits
- Palm Chevrolet offers Medical, Dental, Life Insurance & Vision Care * Paid Holidays, Vacation & Sick Days * Bonus Pay * Low Cost Uniforms for Applicable Positions *
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $67,178.00 - $73,049.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Day range:
Shift:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- estimator: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person