Experienced Collision Center Estimator presso Durango Motor Company / ABRA Auto Body & Glass

Due to our continued growth, Durango Motor Company is looking for an Experienced Estimator to join our ABRA Auto Body and Glass team. We are looking for up and coming professionals that are seeking the right opportunity for huge growth potential and a career in the automotive industry.

Pay Scale: $40,000.00-$100,000.00 yearly

What We Offer

• Great Working Environment
• Career Advancement
• Paid Training
• Flexible PTO Plan
• Sick Leave Plan
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurance
• Life Insurance- Employer paid
• 401(k) with Company Matching after 1 year
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Discounts
• Christmas Club- Savings/Matching Account
• Discounted rate Anytime Fitness Membership

Responsibilities

• Reviewing repair cost estimates with collision center manager or production manager.
• Determining feasibility of repair versus replacement of parts, such as bumpers, fenders, and doors.
• Evaluating practicality of repair as opposed to payment of vehicle market value before accident.
• Preparing insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimate and recommendations.
• Estimating cost of repainting, converting to special purpose, or customizing undamaged vehicles.
• Presenting information and responding to questions from managers, and guests.
• Account management and development.
• Delivering a great customer experience by following established guidelines.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1-2 years previous estimator experience is required.
• Ability to read/interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions and procedures manual.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Excellent communication skills, high level of initiative, and ability to work in a team.
• MS Office knowledge; computer software, internet proficiency, and general math skills.
• Previous Customer Service experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong ability to multitask in a high stress task-oriented field.
• Must be willing to submit to a background check and have a valid driver’s license.
• Professional appearance in accordance with body shop policies/dress code
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time, bend, squat, kneel, or stoop occasionally, and lift 25 lbs. comfortably

Come join an industry leader.  With ABRA Auto Body and Glass our values are developing your talents to help you reach your career goals.  As part of the Durango Motor Company team, we place a high focus on the guest experience and your personal career development and wellbeing.  We place a high value on our employees and recruit those we see great potential in.

Located in beautiful Durango Colorado, Durango Motor Company is a rapidly growing and well established Ford, Lincoln, Kia and Toyota dealership. With a heavy focus on individual accountability and employee satisfaction, Durango Motor  Company delivers exceptional guest experiences every day. With a teamwork-centric workflow, all our staff members carry a sense of purpose and pride in all of their daily activities, striving to do the best they can for each guest that comes through the doors.  

ABRA Auto Body & Glass is an EEO/AA/Veterans/Disabled employer.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.