Estimator
An Estimator examines damaged vehicles and estimates repair costs. The Estimator prepares and completes proper paperwork and prepares all damage reports in an accurate and efficient manner. The Estimator gathers customer and vehicle information and obtains insurance authorizations for all repairs and/or supplements.
Skills
Able to clearly articulate ideas
Good at multi-tasking
Resourceful
Visually perceptive
Personality Traits
Down to earth
Fond of helping others
Organized
Career Roadmap
- 1
Shop Helper (Entry Level Position)
- 2
Automotive Body Repairer
- 3
Estimator
- 4
Insurance Adjustor / Fleet Rental Specialist / Assistant Manager / Body Shop Manager / Business Office Manager (Advancement / Senior Level Position)
- 5
Business Ownership (Advancement)
Keys to Success
- Post-secondary education, certificate or diploma in Automotive Collision Estimating
- Strong communication skills both verbal and in writing
- Highly organized and detail oriented
- Strong Multi-tasker
- Ability to prioritize and manage deadlines
- Strong work ethic, integrity and ambition to succeed
- Strong computer skills
Job Training
An Estimator requires sector specific and post-secondary training. The following training programs are available.
