Collision Damage Appraiser

Centennial Carstar Truro is looking for an organized, motivated individual to join our team as Collision Damage Appraiser_

**NOW HIRING**: Collision Damage Appraiser

**LOCATION**: Centennial Carstar Truro, Truro, NS

**HOURS**: Full time, Permanent. 40 hours per week.

**WAGES**: $40,000 - $50,000 salary per year + commissions and benefits (negotiable based on experience)

**THE PERFECT FIT**:
You’re an organized, motivated, detail-oriented, punctual, and people-focused individual who loves working with the public in a team setting. You have previous experience as an automotive appraiser, or experience in a similar field, and your mission is to always provide ultimate customer satisfaction.

**APPLICABLE SKILLS/ QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Extremely strong customer service and phone skills required
- Exceptional written, verbal, and computer skills
- Must be reliable and show initiative
- Professional personal presentation
- Applicant must be organized, capable of multitasking, prioritizing, working independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Valid driver’s license
- Possess technical knowledge of auto body collision and mechanical repairs
- Previous automotive appraiser experience is not necessary but considered a strong asset. Additional training will be provided.
- Thorough knowledge of Mitchell and Audatex electronic imaging/ estimating systems is considered a strong asset but not necessary.

**MAIN JOB TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Inspecting vehicles for collision damage and determining repair needs.
- Creating detailed appraisals with accurate repair cost estimates.
- Negotiate and maintain good working relationships with insurance companies and adjusters.
- Reviewing repair invoices and ensuring they align with estimates.
- Submit supplement requests to insurance companies for approval including photos, service invoices, parts invoices and supplement estimates.
- Staying updated on industry trends and guidelines.
- Providing excellent customer service and addressing inquiries.
- Communicating with technicians throughout the repair process.
- Maintaining accurate records of assessments and estimates.

**WHY WORK WITH CENTENNIAL**:

- Customer-centered culture
- Supportive and team-oriented environment
- Professional training and development opportunities
- Competitive wages
- Company matching RRSP
- Group health/dental/insurance coverage
- Employee discounts
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Exciting career opportunities await you at Centennial Auto Group, a rapidly expanding company with a 44-year track record of success. Join our team and be part of our growth story as we operate six new vehicle dealerships, ten Carstar collision centers, and two powersports stores across PEI, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia. At Centennial Auto Group, excellence is at the heart of everything we do, and we invite you to experience a fulfilling career with us._