Collision Estimator Trainee - AutoNation Collision Center Fort Worth

Position Overview

The Collision Estimator Trainee handles collision service needs in AutoNation Dealerships without a collision repair facility. The Trainee writes courtesy estimates, coordinates repair needs for dealership associates, and updates appropriate customers, staff with repair status of vehicles.

Who Would I Interact With?
This position interacts daily with Customers, Service Advisors, Technicians, Parts Associates, Managers and other store Associates, just to name a few. 

What are the day-to-day responsibilities?

• Writes professional estimate on light damaged vehicles
• Actively asks for the sale on all estimates
• Understands basic parameters of insurance programs e.g., DRP and non-DRP
• Obtain all signatures, work authorizations and powers of attorney
• Communicates with each customer on the process of the vehicle repair in a timely and effective manner, as outlined in AutoNation's Customer Repair 10 Step Process
• Review all final bills, supplements and vehicles prior to customer contact for delivery
• Review the completed vehicle to check quality and thoroughness
• Maintains work area in an orderly and clean manner
• Takes care to protect customer's vehicles during repair process
• Works with other associates on daily planning and release meetings
• Tracks production schedule for his or her vehicle's and communicates those targets with customers and other associates
• Uses the highest standard in professionalism when dealing with customers, insurance representatives, vendors and associates
• Maintains continual industry education to keep abreast of changes in repair requirements and product knowledge
• Responsible for collection of Accounts Receivable on all insurance, wholesale account closed and commission paid

What are the requirements for this job?

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to comprehend and read instructions
• Basic knowledge of vehicle repairs practices
• Valid in-state driver's license
• Ability to interpret work scope from vehicle estimates or work orders
• Ability to operate an automobile

Work Location

5000 Bryant Irvin Rd
Ft Worth, TX 76132