Top 6 Body shop estimator Jobs in Lake Forest Ca

Estimator
Puget Collision —Irvine, CA
- $75,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Sales
- Ability to walk for extended periods
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RSM AUTO BODY EXPRESS —Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
- $65,753.74 - $85,273.33 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Spanish
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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lousin bal —Stanton, CA
- $1 - $2 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
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Paint Prepper/Detailer
Puget Collision —Corona, CA
- $20 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
- COVID-19 protective measures
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Auto Body Technician
Wrench Rebel Collision —Garden Grove, CA
- $30 - $34 an hour
- Part-time
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Assembly
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Guest Experience Manager
CARSTAR La Habra Collision —La Habra, CA
- $28 - $34 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Auto Body/Collision Estimator
RSM AUTO BODY EXPRESS —Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Valid driver’s license required. This position requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work directly with customers,…
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Educate customers on the process of vehicle repairs, insurance procedures, customer rights, repair techniques, safety, and value.
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McCombe Body Shop —Columbus, OH
You’ll assess damage, write accurate estimates, and guide customers through the repair process with professionalism and transparency. 401(k) with Company Match.
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Estimator

Puget Collision -
Irvine, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$75,000 - $130,000 a year
13 days ago

Qualifications

Estimating software
Customer communication
I-CAR Certification
Passenger vehicle
Writing skills
Estimating software for insurance claims
Driver's License
Computer-aided vehicle damage estimating
Typing
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Estimating for automotive body repair
Quality data entry
Customer data entry

Full Job Description

Job Description: Estimator

The Auto Collision Repair Estimator is a skilled hourly/commission position that must be an experienced professional in all aspects of repair planning and proficient in managing most insurance company direct referral programs.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Location: Full Time Hourly/Commission

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Perform all assigned responsibilities according to the Company Standard Operating Procedures.
Greet customers promptly and professionally, assess their needs, and deliver customer service excellence.
Ability to capture potential business from walk-in or call-in customers by instilling confidence and trust in our company’s abilities. This involves being well-versed in our certifications and insurance partnerships.
Prioritize jobs based on type of repair and expedite express repairs for cycle time efficiency.
Inspect, analyze, and evaluate damaged vehicles to create accurate repair estimates.
Ability to properly identify prior damage through check-in photos and pre-scanning the vehicle.
Ensure maximum profitability by proper application of labor resources, sales mix, and ensuring repair vs replace.
Inform customer about the repair process, insurance claim and payment procedures and expected delivery date of repair.
Function as a primary point of contact for customers, keeping them informed throughout the repair process; ensuring notes in the file are accurate and complete.
Write a comprehensive auto body collision repair plan after disassembling the vehicle.
Ensure repairs adhere to OE standards, DRP part choices, refinish guidelines and ADAS requirements for calibrations and scanning.
Verify quality is checked at each stage of the vehicle repair process.
Source, order & receive parts according to insurer and company guidelines.
Ensure accurate final bill and estimate accuracy; sublet posted, all supplements are noted including customer authorizations and parts listed correctly per DRP guidelines.
Deliver the vehicle to the customer going over the repair, the paperwork and ensuring all final payments are collected.
Ensure all documentation is scanned into the CCC one file: check-in sheet, estimate, adjusted sheets, invoices, payments, and final bills.
Maintain an accurate CCC Calendar and review inbox items and DRP portals daily.
Cultivate strong relationships with DRP, Fleet and Dealer partners, meeting performance metrics and standards.

Key Performance Metrics:

Achieve monthly and annual sales goals as specified by the shop manager.
Ensure profitability with Gross Profit of 45% or higher.
Maintain and Ensure Carrier Performance, including State Farm RPM at 700 or higher.
Customer Service Index Score 90+ for keeping the customer informed, on time deliveries, return rate and Net Promoter Score. Surveys should be a minimum of 40% taken monthly.
Cycle Time efficiency should be less than the state average.
Maintain $0 accounts receivable over 31 days and clean files that are ready to close at delivery.

Skills/Technical Qualifications:

I-CAR Pro-Level 1 certification is mandatory
A minimum of 3 years of experience in DRP writing is essential.
Strong relationships with insurance providers are crucial to the success of this position.
Knowledge of metal/refinish replacement and repair techniques.
Proficient with both Mitchell and CCC estimating systems, ERAC and DRP management systems.
Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Interacts effectively with co-workers, customers, and insurance representatives.
Applies organizational skills to maintain consistency, and efficiency in repair planning process.
Adheres to the company’s non-disclosure and confidentiality policies concerning customer information.

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in both office and automotive repair shop environments.
Ability to sit for extended periods while using a computer, reviewing repair documentation, preparing estimates, and communicating with customers and insurance representatives.
Ability to stand and walk frequently throughout the workday while inspecting vehicles and monitoring repair progress.
Ability to move throughout the facility, including production, paint, detail, and parking areas.
Ability to frequently bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, and reach to inspect vehicle damage and repair quality.
Ability to enter, exit, and maneuver around vehicles of various sizes and configurations.
Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds, including parts, supplies, and equipment.
Ability to use hands and fingers for typing, data entry, operating estimating software, and handling repair-related documentation.
Ability to visually inspect vehicle damage, repair procedures, parts, paint conditions, and completed repairs, including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.
Ability to communicate effectively with customers, technicians, insurance representatives, vendors, and coworkers in person, by telephone, and electronically.
Ability to safely navigate around moving vehicles, equipment, tools, and active repair operations.
Ability to tolerate exposure to noise, dust, paint fumes, chemicals, and varying temperatures when working in shop and parking areas while using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail while managing multiple estimates, supplements, and customer interactions in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

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