BODY SHOP ESTIMATOR

Bill Penney Motor Company Inc

Posted 16 days ago, valid for 16 days

Huntsville, AL, US

Competitive

Full Time

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The job involves examining damaged vehicles to assess the extent of damage and estimate repair costs for labor and parts.
Candidates should have experience in reviewing repair cost estimates and resolving disputes with body shop managers or foremen.
The role requires evaluating the feasibility of repairs versus replacements for various vehicle parts.
The position also includes determining salvage value for total vehicle loss and preparing insurance forms related to repair estimates.
A minimum of 3 years of experience is required, and the salary for this position is $60,000 per year.

Description

Essential Duties

Examines damaged vehicle to determine extent of structural, body, mechanical or interior damage.
Estimates cost of labor and parts to repair or replace each damaged item.
Reviews repair cost estimates with body shop manager or foreman.
In the event of a disagreement with manager or foreman on repair cost, arranges to have damage appraised by another appraiser to resolve the situation.
Determines feasibility of repair versus replacement of parts, such as bumpers, fenders and doors.
Evaluates practicality of repair as opposed to payment of vehicle market value before accident.
Determines salvage value on total vehicle loss.
Prepares insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations.
Estimates cost of repainting, converting to special purposes or customizing undamaged vehicles.
Other tasks as assigned.

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