The Niello Company Collision Center Estimator

The Niello Company

$80K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to comprehend instructions and information effectively.
  • Demonstrated professional personal appearance.
  • Basic technology skills including Email and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

  • Appraise vehicle damage to establish repair costs for insurance claims.
  • Examine vehicles for structural, body, mechanical, or interior damage.
  • Estimate labor and parts costs for repairs or replacements.
  • Review cost estimates with body shop management to settle discrepancies.
  • Determine if repairs are feasible versus part replacements or total loss evaluation.
  • Prepare insurance forms detailing repair cost estimates and recommendations.
  • Complete additional assigned tasks as necessary.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision plans for eligible team members.
  • Access to Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Life and Disability Insurance coverage provided.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company participation.
  • Employee discount program for various services and products.
  • Paid time off benefits that vary by position.
Full Job Description
Description

Estimator

Education
  • High school diploma or the equivalent.

Other
  • Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
  • Professional personal appearance.
  • Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
  • Ability to meet company's production and quality standards.
  • Basic Technology Skills (Email, Microsoft Office, Mobile Device etc.)

Physical Requirements (Surroundings)

  • Spend time outdoors in the weather and elements.
  • Spend time indoors in air-conditioned areas.
  • Sitting on a regular basis.
  • Standing on a regular basis.
  • Walking on a regular basis.
  • Bending, twisting and/or stooping infrequently.
  • Kneeling and/or squatting infrequently.
  • Lifting 25 lbs. to 50 lbs.
  • Infrequently reaching and/or lifting overhead.
  • Infrequently climbing stairs.
  • Repetitive hand/finger movement on a regular basis.
  • Grasping/grabbing with hands infrequently.
  • Pushing and pulling.


General Expectations
  • Devote himself/herself to insuring satisfaction to customers.
  • Determine management, production and quality requirements by asking questions and listening.
  • Attend company meetings as required.
  • Maintain a follow-up system that encourages follow through with assigned projects.
  • Establish personal performance goals that are consistent with company standards of productivity and devise a strategy to meet those goals.
  • Review and analyze actions at the end of each day, week, month, and year to determine how to better utilize time and plans more effectively.
  • Understand the terminology of the business and keep abreast of technology changes in products and services.
  • Know and understand the federal, state and local requirements which govern the company's business.
  • Follow lawful directions from supervisors.
  • Understand and follow work rules and procedures.
  • Participate in performance management.
  • Interact well with others and be a positive influence on employee morale.
  • Uphold the company's non-disclosure and confidentiality policies and agreements.
  • Work evening, weekend and holiday work hours as required.

Job Specific Expectations
  • Appraises vehicle damage to determine cost of repair for insurance claim settlement.
  • Examines damaged vehicle to determine extent of structural, body, mechanical, or interior damage.
  • Estimates cost of labor and parts to repair or replace each damaged item.
  • Reviews repair cost estimates with body shop manager or foreman. In the event of a disagreement with manager or foreman on repair cost, arrange to have damage appraised by another appraiser to resolve the situation.
  • Determines feasibility of repair versus replacement of parts, such as bumpers, fenders, and doors.
  • Evaluates practicality of repair as opposed to payment of vehicle market value before accident.
  • Determines salvage value on total vehicle loss.
  • Prepares insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations.
  • Estimates cost of repainting, converting to special purposes, or customizing undamaged vehicle.
  • Completes additional tasks as assigned.

Disclaimer and Approvals:

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. This information is current at the time of publication. Responsibilities may include other duties as assigned and may be amended at the discretion of The Niello Company with or without notice.

Compensation Range by Position:

The expected pay for this position is $80,000.00 per year to $120,000 per year and may vary based on factors such as location, skills, and relevant experience. Some positions may include additional compensation in the form of bonuses or commissions.

Benefits:

The Niello Company is proud to offer a competitive Benefits package, including Medical, Dental, & Vision plans, to all Full-time Team Members as well as Part-time Team Members who are deemed eligible based on a minimum hours requirement. In addition, TNC offers access to other Benefits such as a Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k), and an employee discount program. In addition, eligible employees also enjoy paid time off benefits that vary based on position.

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