Considering a career with Ken Garff Automotive Group means you are in for a great ride (excuse the car metaphor)! We’re not your standard dealership or group of dealerships and we are pretty darn proud of that. We are out to do things differently and want to consistently change, grow, and progress. For that reason, our employees are proud of where they work! Dewey Ford, a Ken Garff Automotive Dealership, is currently looking for a talented Collision Repair Estimator that aligns with our core values and acts with respect, integrity, growth, humility, and teamwork. As a group, we aim to become the most esteemed automotive group by treating people R.I.G.H.T and creating lifetime customers! Here’s why you’ll want to work here: • Paid training and real career growth • Competitive compensation package • Great people with a great culture • Paid Time Off and 401k with Company match • Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-term disability, AD&D and Life Insurance • Year-end bonus program for all employees (Garff Giveback) • Employee discounts on Vehicle Purchase, Parts, Service and More! ​Here’s what you’ll be doing: • Creating estimates compliant with specific insurance company requirements. • Create lifetime customers by building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, insurance companies and co-workers. • Handle negotiations with insurance companies as needed. • Prepare and complete insurance claim forms indicating the repair or replacement cost estimates and provide customers with proper recommendations. • Calculate and provide an estimated cost for the specific repair needed on the vehicle and/or the estimate for the salvage value of the vehicle. • Performs a thorough check of the customers’ vehicle to assess all damage to the vehicle. • Review the estimates provided with a customer regarding cost of repair and replacement parts as needed. Here’s what you’ll need: • 1 to 2 years of experience in a collision center as an Estimator • Knowledge regarding parts is preferred but not required • Excellent communication and customer service skills • Proficiency in collision center computer software systems are preferable • Valid in-state driver's license • High school diploma or the equivalent We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (( We Hear You ))