Shop Manager / Auto Body Estimator

Bridgewater Collision Repair • Full-time • Clinton, New Jersey, United States • $80k / year • 3w ago

Growing shop seeking a Shop Manager / Autobody Estimator to join our team at our Bridgewater or Clinton locations! You will oversee the activities of a team of technicians. This job requires interaction with insurance companies, body shop employees and customers.

Responsibilities:

Write solid, correct and complete estimates that meet insurance, customer, and OEM standards
Over-see repairs all the way through from writing estimates in accordance with OEM procedures, supervising repairs, and delivering quality repairs
Help coordinate the daily activities of the team
Delegate repair assignments to appropriate teams and personnel
Excellent quality control on repairs and deliver completed repairs to satisfied customers
Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
Ability to follow OEM procedures and guidelines

Qualifications:

Minimum of 3 years collision repair estimating experience
Proficiency using insurance driven estimating and management system, CCC One, Mitchell etc.
Must have a good understanding and working relationship with DRPs
Prior knowledge and experience with good automotive repair SOPs and enforce them to coordinate a seamless and effective workflow in shop
Needs to be a quick learner, highly motivated, focused & career-minded individual
Knowledge of autobody shop tools and equipment
Strong leadership qualities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent work attendance
Superb people management skills
Must be able to transition shop to adhere to new automotive repair technology and insurance/estimating and management systems
OEM/I-Car certification a plus

To be considered, you must send references and past employment history. There's a thirty-day trial period upon hire. All inquiries held are strictly confidential.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $75,000.00 per year

Experience: