Auto Body Damage Repair Estimator

Auto Body Damage Repair Estimator

Company Description

Avis Auto Body is located at Bay #6, 4101 – 19 Street NE, Calgary, AB, T2E 7C4. We are a small-to-medium-sized collision repair business specializing in automobile body repairs and restoration. Our services include collision repair, dent removal, vehicle painting, and hail damage repair.

We currently have a team of four full-time employees and are looking to add an experienced Auto Body Damage Repair Estimator to our team. At Avis Auto Body, we are committed to providing quality repairs and excellent customer service. We take pride in carefully assessing vehicle damage, communicating repair requirements clearly, and completing repairs to a high standard.

The successful candidate will work closely with customers, technicians, management, and insurance representatives to assess vehicle damage, prepare repair estimates, and help coordinate the repair process from initial inspection through completion.

Job Description

The Auto Body Damage Repair Estimator will inspect damaged vehicles, assess the extent of collision and body damage, prepare accurate repair estimates, and communicate repair requirements and costs to customers and other parties involved in the repair process.

This position requires a professional who is comfortable working with customers and automobiles, has strong attention to detail, and can effectively coordinate with autobody technicians and management. The successful applicant must follow all applicable workplace health, safety, environmental, and fire safety requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles involved in collisions or other incidents to identify visible and potential body, structural, paint, and related damage.
• Examine damaged areas and determine the repairs, replacement parts, refinishing work, and other services required to restore the vehicle.
• Prepare detailed and accurate estimates outlining labour, parts, materials, refinishing, and other costs associated with the proposed repair.
• Review vehicle damage with customers and explain the recommended repairs, estimated costs, repair timelines, and other relevant information in a clear and professional manner.
• Take photographs and maintain appropriate records of vehicle damage and repair requirements for the shop's files and insurance-related purposes.
• Communicate with insurance representatives and other parties regarding vehicle damage, repair estimates, supplements, approvals, and changes to the original repair plan.
• Consult with autobody technicians and management to confirm the scope of repairs, labour requirements, parts requirements, and practical repair procedures.
• Identify additional damage discovered during the repair process and prepare revised estimates or supplemental repair information as required.
• Obtain and review parts and material information and assist in determining appropriate replacement components for damaged vehicles.
• Coordinate with the repair team to ensure that approved repair work is consistent with the estimate and that changes are properly documented.
• Monitor the progress of repair work and communicate with customers regarding significant changes, additional repairs, or anticipated completion dates.
• Review completed repairs against the approved repair scope and assist with final inspection and preparation of vehicles for customer delivery.
• Maintain organized customer, vehicle, estimate, photograph, and repair documentation in accordance with company procedures.
• Assist management with scheduling, customer inquiries, repair status updates, and other day-to-day estimating and service coordination activities when required.
• Maintain professional and courteous relationships with customers, suppliers, insurance representatives, technicians, and other business contacts.
• Follow all workplace health and safety, environmental, fire safety, and vehicle-handling procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Manager.

Character Traits

• Reliable and punctual
• Strong attention to detail
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Professional and courteous with customers
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Honest, dependable, and flexible
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
• Practical understanding of automobile collision repair processes
• Ability to manage multiple repair estimates and customer requirements
• Positive attitude and commitment to quality customer service

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Post-secondary education or training in automotive repair, autobody repair, automotive service, or a related field is an asset.
• 1-2 years of Previous experience in automobile collision repair, autobody estimating, automotive service advising, or a closely related position is a must.
• Knowledge of automobile body repair methods, parts, refinishing, and collision repair procedures is mandatory.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to prepare and maintain electronic estimates and records.
• Ability to inspect vehicles and accurately assess repair requirements.
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers, technicians, insurance representatives, and suppliers.

Applicants must have or be willing to obtain:

• A Criminal Record Check within 6 months of application.

Work Experience

Previous experience in autobody repair estimating, collision repair, automotive service advising, or a related automotive environment is preferred. Candidates with relevant hands-on automotive or autobody experience and strong knowledge of collision repair processes will be considered.

Job Type

Full-time

Salary

$45.00 per hour

Expected Hours

30 hours per week

Benefits

• On-site parking

Schedule

• 6-hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Language

English required

Work Location

Bay #6, 4101 – 19 Street NE
Calgary, AB, T2E 7C4

To Apply

Please email your resume to avisautobody2@gmail.com

Expected start date: As early as possible