Work Schedule Hours: M-F 730am-430pm
Position Summary: The Estimate Writer is responsible for conducting damage inspections on intermodal containers and chassis, preparing detailed repair estimates, and ensuring all repairs comply with customer, and company standards.
Key Responsibilities:
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Inspect containers and chassis for damage, wear, and notate accordingly
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Prepare repair estimates using depot customer guidelines
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Identify structural, mechanical, and cosmetic repair requirements
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Submit repair estimates for approval
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Post repair audits
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Other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge:
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Welding, structural repairs, tire systems, brake systems, lighting, suspension, and ABS systems
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FMCSA standards
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Repair coding
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Digital photography and documentation requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
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3+ years of container and/or chassis maintenance and repair experience
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Experience writing repair estimates in an intermodal depot environment
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Knowledge of customer repair programs
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Ability to read repair manuals
Performance Metrics:
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Estimate accuracy
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Cycle time from inspection to estimate submission
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Quality and compliance
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Customer satisfaction
