Body Shop Estimator

Description Essential Duties Examines damaged vehicle to determine extent of structural, body, mechanical or interior damage. Estimates cost of labor and parts to repair or replace each damaged item. Reviews repair cost estimates with body shop manager or foreman. In the event of a disagreement with manager or foreman on repair cost, arranges to have damage appraised by another appraiser to resolve the situation.

Determines feasibility of repair versus replacement of parts, such as bumpers, fenders and doors. Evaluates practicality of repair as opposed to payment of vehicle market value before accident. Determines salvage value on total vehicle loss. Prepares insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations.

Estimates cost of repainting, converting to special purposes or customizing undamaged vehicles. Other tasks as assigned.