ABRA Body Shop Estimator/Advisor

ABRA of Asheville is looking for a full-time Body Shop Estimator and Service Advisor, we are having tremendous growth and have a huge volume of work. ABRA has been operating in Asheville as the largest Body Shop Franchise for over 10 years!  

Salary Range: $70,000 - $85,000/year

What we offer: 

• Free Medical Insurance Option Available
• Dental, Vision Insurance, and HSA account
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401k Options available
• PTO, Paid Vacations and Holiday Pay
• Employee appreciation celebrations
• Career advancement opportunities, promote from within
• Discounts on products and services
• Long term job security
• Paid Training

Responsibilities

• Reviewing repair cost estimates with body shop manager or foreman
• 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 groups or managers, clients, customers, and the general

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-2 years previous estimator an or service advisor experience is required
• Confidence to handle high volume estimator needs under limited availability
• 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
• Basic MS Office knowledge; computer software, internet proficiency, and general math skills
• Experience in the estimating/body shop/automotive field Insurance company a big PLUS
• Must be willing to submit to a background check and drug screen with a valid driver’s license

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.