Collision Estimator
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Job Location:
Waukee, IA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Join our award-winning team at Stivers Collision Center the preferred body shop and collision repair facility serving the Des Moines area! Located in our state-of-the-art stand-alone facility in Waukee we deliver high-quality repairs on all makes and models with a lifetime warranty work closely with all insurance companies have multiple direct-repair relationships and provide exceptional customer service.
We are currently seeking a skilled and customer-focusedCollision Estimatorto support our growing collision repair operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Greet customers and inspect damaged vehicles to accurately assess the extent of structural body mechanical and interior damage.
- Prepare detailed precise repair estimates including labor parts materials and paint costs using industry-standard software (experience with CCC One or similar preferred).
- Communicate clearly with customers about damage findings repair processes timelines and costs while building trust and ensuring satisfaction.
- Work directly with insurance adjusters and companies to review claims submit supplements and secure approvals to keep work flowing in timely manner.
- Ensure supplements are submitted correctly and promptly for timely payments.
- Coordinate with the collision repair team to ensure smooth workflow from estimate to completion.
- Maintain accurate records documentation and follow-up throughout the repair process.
- Identify additional repairs and services when appropriate.
- Quality control on completed jobs to ensure quality before delivery.
- Ability to assist customers with warranty concerns learn the warranty processes for dealer repairs and submittals.
- Understand KPIs and utilize parts trader when needed for DRP estimates and guidelines.
- Assist with workflow handle any customer related issues promptly and professionally.
- Work as a Team with all other areas of the dealership and be an advocate for our customers and help coordinate other work requested or needed in other departments.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a Collision Estimator Auto Body Estimator or similar role in a collision repair environment (preferred; will consider strong candidates with related automotive and excellent customer experience).
- Strong knowledge of vehicle construction repair procedures and estimating software.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to explain technical details in a clear friendly manner.
- Detail-oriented with strong math and analytical abilities.
- Valid drivers license and clean driving record.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team-oriented environment.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay based on experience (hourly performance incentives possible).
- Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance paid time off and retirement options.
- Stable family-owned and operated dealership environment with a long-standing reputation in the community (serving Iowa since 1980).
- Opportunity to work with modern equipment in a clean professional facility.
- Support for ongoing training and certifications.
- No boring days!
If youre a motivated professional who takes pride in accuracy customer satisfaction and high-quality collision repairs we want to hear from you!
How to Apply:Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to (or apply through our website at You can also stop by or call the dealership at for more information.
Stivers Collision Center 1350 SE Stone Ridge (Collision Center) Waukee IA 50263
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