Body Shop Appraiser

D'Addario Collision Center is a Family Owned and Operated Body Shop located in Shelton, CT.

 Busy Body Shop looking for an experienced Full Time Estimator. 

• Must have CT MVPD Appraisers license or the ability to obtain one soon after joining our team


• Must be able to write complete and accurate estimates including insurance company supplements with complete and accurate documentation

Schedule – Monday-Friday 8am-5:30pm

Rotating Saturday 8am-12pm

Key Responsibilities: 

• Provide friendly and professional customer service in person and over the phone to customers


• Examine damaged vehicle to determine extent of structural, body, mechanical, electrical or interior damage


• Estimate cost of labor and parts to repair or replace each damaged item


• Review repair cost estimated with Body Shop Manager


• Determine feasibility of repair versus replacement of parts, such as bumpers, fenders, doors


• Evaluates practicality of repair as opposed to payment of vehicle market value before accident


• Determine salvage value on total vehicle loss


• Prepare insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations


• Estimate cost of repainting, converting to special purposes or customizing undamaged vehicles

Benefits You Would Receive

• Competitive salary (hourly wage plus commission)


• Medical Plan (health, dental, vision)


• Paid Vacation and Sick Time


• 401k Savings Plan with employer contribution


• Basic Life Insurance 


• Opportunities for Advancement


• You would work in a clean State-of-the-art service center with the most modern equipment


• You’d be in a family-owned dealership where your good work is recognized and valued


• You’d receive training and coaching support for your continuous improvement

Basic Job Requirements

• Prior CCC One and DRP experience a plus!


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Computer proficiency and ability to learn new software


• High School Diploma or equivalent


• Valid Connecticut driver’s license


• Satisfactory Background check and drug screen required prior to hire


• 2-3 years’ experience in a customer service orientated environment required.
  

If you feel you would be a good fit for D'Addario Auto Group, please apply! Feel free to reach out to Robin at [email protected]. I look forward to hearing from you!