Junior Estimator

**Auto Collision Damage Junior Estimator**

**417 Collision Centre / FIX AUTO Ottawa Innes**
**Ottawa, ON**

Are you seeking a career where you get to develop your
** knowledge of the vehicle repair process**, work as an
**integral part of a dedicated team in a KEY client service role**, and gain opportunities for career
** growth and development** in a
**culture that invests in people**?

At AutoCanada, we believe that everyone wins when we invest in people: our business, clients, and our
**talent (you)**.

**Why you want this Opportunity**:
You will play an **integral role** as Collision Damage Estimator at 417 Collision Centre in Ottawa:

- As the primary point of contact to clients through the entire vehicle repair process, you hold a critical role in terms of curating the customer experience.
- You will be joining a vibrant enthusiastic team that is highly collaborative and will support you through training to develop your skills in estimating and customer service.
- You will build and leverage your knowledge of the vehicle repair process by working directly with insurance partners and Collision Centre team members to deliver exceptional service to our valued clients.
- You will work in an upbeat client-facing role in the clean and welcoming front office of Airdrie Autobody.

**Your Key Responsibilities**
- Serve as the primary point of contact to clients during the entire repair process.
- Examine and evaluate the client’s vehicle to determine the extent of damage including structural, body, mechanical, electrical and interior damage.
- Write comprehensive estimates and supplements for comprehensive OEM repairs.
- Inspect vehicles throughout the repair process for quality control to ensure the entire repair is completed to client, Insurance and OEM standards.
- Set customer expectations of required processing procedures and communicate the repair plan.
- Update and inform clients on completion times, costs and any possible changes regarding the status of the repair process.
- Compliance with all corporate policies and procedures, proper repair procedures, legislative changes, and industry trends.
- Provide exceptional customer service to our valued clients.
- Demonstrate and champion a healthy and safe work environment.

**Your Capabilities and Credentials**
- Experience in a Collision Centre Estimator role would be an asset.
- Ability to be professional and deliver exceptional service to clients.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, combined with the ability to interact and gain the support of senior leadership and other decision makers.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to manage priorities, perform a variety of tasks and meet required deadlines and targets.
- A person who is a team player, of high integrity who is trusted by others and consistently honors their commitments.
- Detail oriented, self-motivated and resourceful.
- Excellent skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Highly skilled in standard office software (MS Office, SharePoint, etc.).
- Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving history.

**Why you want to work at Airdrie Autobody & AutoCanada**:
Our goal as a leading North American automobile dealership group is to cultivate a culture that attracts top performers with great potential to grow and succeed, because when you thrive, we all thrive. We want to build on your success by providing you with opportunities to utilize and expand your expertise - providing meaningful and challenging work, enhancing engagement through collaboration and a supportive team culture, and truly appreciating, recognizing, and rewarding performance through competitive total compensation, growth, and advancement opportunities:

- Competitive compensation with a bonus plan
- Professional development plans, paid training, and career growth opportunities
- Comprehensive Group insurance plan, including extended health care, dental, travel, life, and long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Vehicle Purchasing Plan
- Great working conditions
- Fast-paced, incredible and energetic work environment
- Up to date equipment
- Company events
- Free on-site parking
- Paid time off
- An opportunity to be part of an exciting, growing business

**About AutoCanada**

AutoCanada is a multi-location automotive dealership group operating in both Canada and the United States with headquarters in Edmonton and corporate offices in Montreal. AutoCanada trades under the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol ACQ. The multi-location dealership model enables AutoCanada to serve a diversified geographic customer base providing a range of services to customers including new and used vehicle sales, financing, leasing, automotive service and repair, collision repair, and parts sales. Founded in 2006, AutoCanada has expanded significantly and continues to grow. Today, customers are served by more than 4,200 employees comprised of automotive service technicians,