Body Shop Estimator

Description

Peterbilt – Cedar Rapids is a premier provider of quality products and services to commercial equipment users. They carry a large selection of new and previously owned commercial trucks and offer a full suite of maintenance and repair services. As a Body Shop Estimator at GTG Peterbilt, you will play a crucial role in assessing vehicle damage, determining repair costs, and coordinating with insurance companies and customers.

Requirements

• Project management to include tracking parts, status updates, and maintaining schedule.
• Examine damaged vehicles to determine the extent of damage related to the incident.
• Estimate cost of labor and parts to repair or replace each damaged item.
• Review repair cost estimates with body shop manager or foreman.
• Determine feasibility of repair versus replacement of parts.
• Prepare insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations.
• Coverage coordination with insurance companies and customers.
• Estimate cost of repainting, converting to special purposes, or customizing undamaged vehicles.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills with staff, customers, and insurance providers.
• Organized and able to track multiple projects at one time.
• Strong knowledge of automotive repair and estimating software.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Education and/or Experience

A high school diploma or general education degree (GED), combined with two to four years of related experience and/or training, is preferred. A combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is also acceptable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• PTO accrual begins at time of hire.
• Eligibility for paid holidays at time of hire.
• 401(k) with a company match.

Compensation

Compensation is based on education and experience.

About the Role

The Body Shop Estimator position at GTG Peterbilt requires a strong background in diesel truck repair and the ability to accurately appraise vehicle damage to determine the cost of repair or customization. This role involves project management, examining damaged vehicles, preparing insurance forms, and coordinating with insurance companies and customers.