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in Fairfield, CT
Estimator - Full-time / Part-time
•30 days ago
Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
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Location | Fairfield, Connecticut |
About this job
Position Description
Job Title: Estimator
Department: Body Shop/Service
Reports To: Body Shop Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
SUMMARY
Appraises vehicle damage to determine cost of repair for insurance claim settlement.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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, arrange 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.
Determines salvage value on total vehicle loss.
Estimates cost of repainting, converting to special purposes, or customizing undamaged vehicles.
MARGINAL DUTIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Prepares insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations.
Evaluates practicality of repair as opposed to payment of vehicle market value before accident.
Maintains a professional appearance.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Arrives to work on time.
Follows instructions from a supervisor.
Interacts effectively with co-workers.
Understands and follows work rules and procedures.
Accepts constructive criticism.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform
each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the
knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
SCOPE OF POSITION This document is intended to set forth the general specifications of this
position. Alternate duties may be assigned to the incumbent not specifically mentioned herein.
Job Title: Estimator
Department: Body Shop/Service
Reports To: Body Shop Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
SUMMARY
Appraises vehicle damage to determine cost of repair for insurance claim settlement.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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, arrange 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.
Determines salvage value on total vehicle loss.
Estimates cost of repainting, converting to special purposes, or customizing undamaged vehicles.
MARGINAL DUTIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Prepares insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations.
Evaluates practicality of repair as opposed to payment of vehicle market value before accident.
Maintains a professional appearance.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Arrives to work on time.
Follows instructions from a supervisor.
Interacts effectively with co-workers.
Understands and follows work rules and procedures.
Accepts constructive criticism.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform
each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the
knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
SCOPE OF POSITION This document is intended to set forth the general specifications of this
position. Alternate duties may be assigned to the incumbent not specifically mentioned herein.