Auto Body Collision Repair Estimator

About Us

Parker's Auto Body & Paint is a trusted and well-established, family-owned and operated auto body repair business. We are dedicated to providing top-tier quality service and repairs to our customers.

With a commitment to excellence, we pride ourselves on professionalism, attention to detail, quality workmanship, and delivering outstanding customer experiences.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Auto Body Collision Repair Estimator to join our team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the collision repair and estimating processes, excellent customer service and communication skills, and the ability to produce accurate and complete estimates.

This is a key position in our operation. In addition to preparing estimates and managing customer files, the Estimator will play an important role in keeping vehicles moving through the repair process and ensuring repairs stay on schedule and vehicles are completed and delivered on time.

The successful candidate must be highly organized, able to manage multiple repair files at once, be proactive in identifying potential delays, and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Evaluate vehicle damage and prepare accurate, detailed collision repair estimates.
- Communicate with customers to explain repair needs, procedures, timelines, and costs.
- Work with insurance adjusters to ensure estimates are accurate and approvals are obtained in a timely manner.
- Order all required parts and materials and monitor their availability.




- Work closely with technicians and the repair team regarding parts, labor, repair procedures, and vehicle progress.
- Manage repair files from initial estimate through completion while keeping vehicles moving through production.
- Monitor repair timelines and proactively identify and address issues that could delay completion.
- Coordinate with the production team to help ensure vehicles are completed and ready for delivery on schedule.
- Follow up on supplements, approvals, parts, and other outstanding items to prevent unnecessary production delays.
- Keep customers informed throughout the repair process and provide timely updates.
- Document repair details and maintain accurate records of estimates and customer interactions.
- Maintain knowledge of current collision repair procedures, industry standards, vehicle technology, and manufacturer requirements.
- Maintain proficiency with estimating software and parts catalogues.
- Provide exceptional customer service throughout the entire repair process.

Requirements

- Previous experience in auto body collision repair estimating.
- Strong knowledge of vehicle parts, collision repair procedures, labor, and repair methods.
- Proficiency with estimating software including Mitchell,



Bodyshop Connect, and Audatex.
- Microsoft Office proficiency.
- Knowledge of the Tesla EPC online catalogue is an asset.
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple repair files in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong time-management skills and the ability to prioritize work based on production deadlines.
- Proactive, solutions-oriented approach to keeping repairs on schedule.
- Valid driver's license.

What We Offer

- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Opportunities for advancement and professional growth.
- Health and dental insurance.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Positive, team-oriented work environment.
- Opportunity to be an important part of a well-established, family-owned business.

This is an in-office position. Remote work is not available. Salary is dependent on experience. A Junior Estimator may be considered and would be hired at a training salary.

If you are passionate about the automotive industry, enjoy working with people, have a keen eye for detail, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $75,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Perks

- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Experience:
- auto body estimating: 1 year (required)

Language:
- English (required)

Location:
- Victoria, BC V8T 2T2 (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Collision Repair Estimator (Victoria)
🏢 Parker's Autobody u0026 Paint
📍 Victoria