Collision Center Estimator

Drive Family First | Elk Grove Custom Collision Center | Elk Grove, CA

Full-Time | Commission-Based | Expected Annual Earnings: $75,000-$130,000+

Our mission is simple: drive people and communities forward.

At Drive Family First, we're not just repairing vehicles — we're helping people, families, and communities move toward something better. When a customer walks into our Elk Grove Custom Collision Center, they're often having one of the most stressful weeks of their year. Our Estimator is the person who turns that around.

We're looking for an experienced Collision Center Estimator who leads with heart, follows through on their word, and takes real pride in their craft. If that sounds like you, keep reading.

What You'll Do

• Inspect damaged vehicles and write complete, accurate estimates you can stand behind — because we do the right thing, even when no one's watching.


• Develop repair plans that put safe, high-quality repairs first, completed to manufacturer standards.


• Write estimates and supplements using CCC ONE (or similar estimating software).


• Guide customers through the repair process with genuine care and clear, honest communication — earning trust at every step.


• Negotiate supplements with insurance companies and adjusters with professionalism and tenacity — grit is how we keep repairs moving.


• Coordinate with technicians and parts personnel to keep workflow efficient, and monitor every repair from estimate through final delivery.


• Return customers' vehicles clean, complete, and ready for the road — delivering an exceptional experience from start to finish.

How We Work: D.R.I.V.E.

Our core values aren't a poster in the break room — they're how we show up every day, for our customers and for each other:

• Drive with Tenacity — We stay committed, work hard, and show grit, especially when challenges arise.


• Respect Others First — We put others before ourselves, with care, reliability, and humility.


• Integrity Always — We do the right thing, even when no one's watching, and follow through on our word.


• Value a Winning Spirit — We show up with pride and positivity, bringing excellence to every