Collision Center Estimator / Assistant Manager

Join the Shottenkirk Fort Madison Team

Are you a skilled Collision Estimator or a motivated professional ready to step into a leadership roleShottenkirk Fort Madisonis growing and looking for aCollision Center Estimator / Assistant Managerto join our high-performing team.

As part of the Shottenkirk Automotive Groupone of the fastest-growing dealer groups in the regionyoull work in a positive team-oriented environment where your contributions are valued and your career growth is supported.

What Youll Do

Depending on experience you may focus on estimating leadership or both:

Collision Estimating Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assess vehicle damage in a professional customer-focused manner
• Write accurate repair estimates using CCC One (or similar software)
• Communicate with insurance adjusters and customers for approvals and supplements
• Coordinate with parts and repair teams to ensure efficient workflow
• Maintain thorough documentation including photos and repair authorizations
• Keep customers informed throughout the repair process and assist in vehicle delivery

Assistant Manager Responsibilities

• Support the Collision Center Manager in daily operations and team leadership
• Supervise and motivate technicians estimators and support staff
• Assist in estimate writing supplements final billing and job scheduling
• Maintain DRP compliance and insurer communications
• Ensure timely high-quality repairs and strong customer satisfaction scores
• Support hiring onboarding and training of new team members
• Help enforce shop safety cleanliness and compliance standards

What Were Looking For

Were open to candidates at different stages in their collision repair careers. Whether youre an experienced estimator or looking to step into a leadership role wed love to hear from you.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in collision estimating or auto body repair
• Experience with CCC One (preferred) or other estimating software
• Strong communication organizational and time-management skills
• Knowledge of repair procedures and industry terminology
• Valid drivers license and clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years in collision operations with 1 year in a supervisory or lead role
• I-CAR certification or willingness to become certified
• DRP experience and insurer relationship management
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills are a plus

Why Shottenkirk Fort Madison

• Competitive pay performance-based bonuses
• Health dental vision and401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career advancementwithin the Shottenkirk Automotive Group
• A strongteam-first culturewith local leadership and regional support

Join a Trusted Name in Automotive Excellence

At Shottenkirk Fort Madison were not just repairing vehicleswere building trust developing careers and keeping our community on the road. Whether youre ready to lead or continue growing in collision estimating this is your opportunity to thrive in a supportive fast-paced environment.

Apply todayand drive your future forward with Shottenkirk Fort Madison.

Shottenkirk Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color sex religion sexual orientation national origin disability genetic information pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws.