Auto Body Estimator Resume
Summary : Auto Body Estimator career in the automotive body shop industry. Writing estimates for auto insurance companies and eventually working my way up to becoming an insurance adjuster.
Skills : Customer Service, Cash Handling, Computer, and Communicational Skills.
Description :
- Worked with insurance adjusters so they too could accurately estimate damages.
- Strongly urged all employees to perform their jobs with honesty as far as repair times and parts needed to restore the vehicles to pre-loss condition.
- Worked with customers to resolve any complaints that may arise.
- Estimated auto body damage to accurately reflect the repairs being performed.
- Worked with the insurance companies and independent appraisers estimate damage while gaining a reputation with these same people as being a person of honesty that they could trust to make the proper decisions in the repair process.
- Allowed for appraisers and adjusters to do supplements (additional damage, costs) by phone and fax- something that very few ever are allowed- instead of them making another trip to actually view the additional damage.
- Estimated vehicles to determine the amount of structural, body, mechanical, or interior damage.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
High School Diploma
Auto Body Estimator Resume
Summary : As an Auto Body Estimator, Handled sales as well, keeping a good line of communication with our various accounts. Responsible for various office duties related to the operation of the business.
Skills : ICAR certifications, Great communication skills.
Description :
- Developed a spreadsheet to track the production status of vehicles from entry into the shop through delivery.
- Analyzed trends in the production schedule to reduce bottlenecks and streamline the repair process.
- Maintained relationships with customers to ensure repeat business.
- Recognized by customer evaluations for professionalism and Maintained payroll for technicians on a weekly basis.
- Developed a spreadsheet to track the production status of vehicles from entry into the shop through delivery.
- Maintained payroll for technicians on a weekly basis.
- Handled sales as well, keeping a good line of communication with our various accounts.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
High School Diploma
Auto Body Estimator Resume
Summary : To obtain an Auto Body Estimator position as an active employee, involving responsibility and working with others as a team member to achieve advancement and growth for the company.
Skills : Ability to learn new technology, Team-Based Communication Skills.
Description :
- Examine damaged vehicles and take photos Write an estimate repair cost using CCC & Mitchell software to order car parts.
- Examine the damaged vehicle to determine the extent of structural, body, mechanical, electrical, or interior damage Evaluate the practicality of repair.
- Ordered and inspected Original Equipment Materials, Aftermarket and used parts from suppliers, and return inferior quality parts or negotiate a lower.
- Specialized in Mercedes Benz, Porsche Jaguar, Land Rover, and Volvo with world-class service.
- Oversaw repairs to fleet vehicles for Enterprise Rent-A-Car, an average of 160-250 cars per month.
- Managed a team of five drivers to ensure timely pickup and delivery of vehicles to and from Enterprise branches.
- Worked with mechanics to estimate collision damage and cost and Negotiated with the client's insurance company and their budget.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
High School Diploma
Auto Body Estimator Resume
Summary : As an Auto Body Estimator worked with collision manager using word track and process of listening to customer needs, recommending repairs, and scheduling vehicles in for agreed repairs.
Skills : Proficiency with CCC One, Audatex, and/or Mitchell estimating systems.
Description :
- Maintained growing customer portfolio while answering customer concerns and questions in regard to repair of vehicles.
- Contacted insurance companies to receive payments, input supplements, and any other questions.
- Handled incoming and outgoing parts orders and materials.
- Greeted each customer in the process of getting their vehicle repaired, and made every effort to satisfy the customers.
- Assisted customers with their auto collision needs, give them written estimates on needed repairs, ordered parts, and perform customer and insurance.
- Increased the gross profit and quantity of traffic to the shop.
- Demonstrated Integrity, excellent customer service, and the ability to multitask to perform all tasks efficiently.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
High School Diploma
Auto Body Estimator Resume
Headline : As an Auto Body Estimator inspected and analyzed collision-damaged vehicles to create a repair plan and apply it to price. Built relationships with vehicle owners, repair technicians, and insurance personnel to negotiate costs and sell work.
Skills : Personal computer hardware/software knowledge and skills.
Description :
- Handled internal collision repair estimates, dealership paint, and body issues, and quality control of every vehicle before it leaves the shop with the customer.
- Improved turnaround time on internal repair and was Responsible for various office duties related to the operation of the business.
- Used Multi-tasking, maintained positive relations with customers, accurately wrote estimates, and negotiated with insurance companies.
- Maintained a high level of customer satisfaction and Worked closely with the customers to ensure satisfaction and understanding of the work that was being done.
- Worked just as close with insurance companies to ensure that our facility was working in the best interest of the customer and the insurance company.
- Oversaw auto body repair work Verified customer insurance policies and ensured that repairs are covered.
- Documented the work done in the shop and purchased necessary supplies.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Auto Body Estimator Resume
Objective : As an Auto Body Estimator, worked with people, worked around cars and trucks, and worked with computer software programs. Built relationships with customers, insurance representatives, and technicians.
Skills : Testing technical requirements, Communication (LIN, CAN, Ethernet).
Description :
- Disassembled cars Wrote estimates and Oversaw repairs to fleet vehicles for Enterprise Rent-A-Car, an average of 160-250 cars per month.
- Liaisoned for State Farm, and Farmer's insurance companies.
- Accounted for monthly sales averaging and Processed all accounts receivable and payable related to repairs.
- Provided excellent customer service as well as high-quality repair.
- Maintained and executed a timely schedule before, during, and after the completion of repairs.
- Participated in developing a proper repair plan for each vehicle.
- Prepared estimates in accordance with Insurance partner and company guidelines.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Auto Body Estimator Resume
Objective : As an Auto Body Estimator, responsible for estimating the cost of repairing damaged vehicles. Assessed damage and determine how much it will cost to repair, as well as estimated any additional costs that may arise during the repair process such as replacement parts or labor.
Skills : Good Understanding of Electronics components applications.
Description :
- Examined damaged vehicle to determine the extent of structural, body, mechanical, or interior damage.
- Estimated cost of labor and parts to repair or replace each damaged item.
- Reviewed repair cost estimates with the body shop manager or foreman.
- Arranged to have damage appraised by another appraiser to resolve the situation.
- Determined feasibility of repair versus replacement of parts, such as bumpers, fenders, and doors.
- Evaluated practicality of repair as opposed to payment of vehicle market value before the accident.
- Determined salvage value on total vehicle loss and Prepared contracts and estimates for repair work based on their knowledge of the industry and current market rates
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Auto Body Estimator Resume
Objective : As an Auto Body Estimator, inspected vehicles to determine damages to the body panels, frame, and other components of the vehicle. Determined the cost of labor and materials needed for repairs based on estimators' knowledge of insurance company standards of repair.
Skills : Communication, Interpersonal, Safety protocols and regulations, and Problem-solving.
Description :
- Assessed the extent of auto body damage through inspections and Maintained a good working relationship with employees.
- Estimated repair and labor costs and calculated overall customer or Insurance payment.
- Collected insurance estimates and resolve replacement and repair requirements.
- Drafted work orders after approvals and enter the order into the work management system.
- Established good customer relations by providing accurate estimates, timelines, and relevant customer information and handling customer queries effectively.
- Compiled estimates for damage caused by accidents or natural disasters such as hail storms or floods.
- Communicated with customers, insurance companies, and other auto body repair shop employees.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Auto Body Estimator Resume
Objective : As an Auto Body Estimator, estimated labor costs based on previous experience with similar jobs or using software programs designed for auto body repair estimators. Communicated with insurers, body shops, and repair shops to ensure that work is completed according to insurance company standards.
Skills : Knowledge of automotive repair and estimating software.
Description :
- Evaluated and checked for necessity and cost of repairs to the automobile.
- Utilized customer response, visual inspection, road tests and mechanical testing devices to determine automobile repair need.
- Estimated and list repair and labor costs in a comprehensible order.
- Effect minor repairs such as hinge lubrication, battery cable replacement and brake adjustments to the automobile.
- Assessed extent of auto body damage through inspections.
- Estimated and furnished repair and labor costs and calculate overall customer payment.
- Collected insurance estimates after reviewing extent of auto damage and resolve replacement and repair requirements.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Auto Body Estimator Resume
Objective : As an Auto Body Estimator, maintained files of estimates and records of repair work done on vehicles. Communicated with insurance companies concerning claim settlements and worked with adjusters to process payments.
Skills : Good knowledge of Sensing devices, Ultrasonic Sensors.
Description :
- Drafted work order consisting of required repair services after approvals and enter the order into the work management system.
- Recorded and maintained repair details in auto body shop records and Provided an estimate of the cost of repairs to the insurance company.
- Upgraded job information through manufacturer publications and educational opportunities.
- Accepted ownership to achieve challenging requests proactively and explore means to create job value thereby enhancing the auto body shop's reputation.
- Prepared damaged reports and obtain relevant signatures and authorizations.
- Reviewed vehicle and final bills as a part of the intrinsic quality check process.
- Familiared with various insurance direct repair guidelines.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
GED
