Job Description:

As the Body Shop Estimator, JR, you will be responsible for providing an exceptional customer experience throughout the repair process for our customers. Your knowledge of body and mechanical work will be utilized to grow your career and the business at the DuPratt Ford Collision Center. Some body shop experience is required; we will provide further training to increase body shop, dealership, tow, and estimating knowledge.

You will manage working relationships with customers, insurance companies, various departments, and fellow teammates while providing all components of administrative support for the Repair Facility and Towing Team.
Writing preliminary & supplemental repair estimates.
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Keeps customers informed throughout the repair process.
Answering all incoming phone calls and scheduling appointments for body shop estimators and tows for tow truck drivers.
Assists with parts ordering and deliveries.
Prepares RO's and orders parts for repairs you are managing.
Records all communication with customers or insurance partners during the repair process using CCC One notes.
Manages tow yard and various customers that have had their vehicle towed by CHP, Dixon PD, or AAA. This includes preparing tow tags and charges for all tow customers.
Manages details for the sales department including new car details and Permaplates.
Communicates with other departments for various business purposes.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The physical demands of your job include walking, lifting, kneeling, going under vehicles, and standing for long periods.
Be a team player and willing to help grow the collision center and tow department business.

Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Qualifications

Automotive diagnostics and mechanical knowledge
Experience in auto body repair and service writing
Strong customer service skills
Knowledge of insurance
Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and automotive repair
Ability to estimate auto repair costs accurately
Upselling and sales experience in an automotive setting

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Shift:

8 hour shift
Day shift

Work Days:

Monday to Friday
No weekends

Experience:

Auto body repair: 1 year (Required)
Customer service: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Dixon, CA 95620 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Dixon, CA 95620: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Ron DuPratt Ford

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