Collision Center Estimator

Estimator Responsibilities:

• Experienced with CCC-One estimating system
• Inspect vehicles to assess the extent of damage and determine necessary repairs. 

• Identify parts that need replacement or repair, including body panels, bumpers, fenders, hoods, and trim. 

• Determine if structural damage requires realignment or repair. 

• Research and collect information on the cost of parts and labor. 

• Prepare detailed estimates for insurance companies and customers, including labor hours, material costs, and any special requests. 

• Explain the repair process and estimated costs to customers. 

• Work with insurance adjusters to obtain approval for repairs and payment. 

• Address customer inquiries and concerns throughout the repair process. 

• Ensure that repairs are completed accurately and efficiently. 

• Coordinate with the collision center's technicians and parts department to ensure the timely completion of repairs. 
• Handling accounts receivable for your accounts.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

 Equivalent combination of education and experience

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. 

Benefits

Benefits include medical, vision, dental and life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, Vacation time, holiday and company paid continuing education and training.  Our company maintains a strong policy of equal employment opportunity for all qualified employees.  We hire, train, promote and compensate associates on the basis of personal and professional competence and potential for advancement without regard for race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability or citizenship, as well as other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

About Our Dealership

Don McGill has been a premier Toyota dealer in Houston for over 40 years. We owe this long tenure to having a hardworking, dedicated staff of professional team members who strive to be #1 in all they do. We offer career paths if your interest is in Sales, Service, Parts, Finance, Administration, Collision Center, or Management. If you are interested in one of the most financially rewarding careers out there, we’d love to hear from you!