Body Shop Estimator- Capital Ford Lincoln Winnipeg

Company:
Capital Ford Lincoln (Winnipeg)

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service and expertise in collision repair? Join our team as a Body Shop Estimator and turn challenges into solutions

**Join Our Team as an Auto Body Estimator**

As an **Auto Body Estimator**, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring smooth, accurate, and efficient repair processes. You’ll be at the forefront of assessing vehicle damage, preparing precise estimates, and coordinating with our skilled teams to maintain our reputation for top-tier service and quality.

**Essential Duties**:

- Inspect vehicles to identify structural, mechanical, and cosmetic damage, including transit damage, lot damage, trade-ins, and other repair needs from sales, service, or parts departments
- Provide accurate, detailed estimates for labor, parts, materials, and painting using industry-standard software such as CCC, Audatex, or Mitchell
- Collaborate with technicians, parts, service, and sales teams to confirm parts availability, repair timelines, and smooth operations
- Maintain comprehensive records of inspections, estimates, and repairs in the internal database
- Stay updated on industry regulations, safety standards, and manufacturer specifications to ensure accurate and compliant repair estimates
- Identify and recommend cost-saving opportunities in the repair process
- Verify that repair estimates align with company standards and industry regulations
- Assist customer service teams by explaining repair needs or delays when necessary
- Schedule and confirm repair timelines
- Track progress and ensure timely updates to internal stakeholders
- Communicate any changes in repair scope or time requirements
- Miscellaneous duties as assigned

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum 2 years experience in a Body Shop environment
- High school diploma or equivalent required; ASE certification preferred
- Strong understanding of vehicle body structures, repair techniques, and mechanical systems
- Proficiency with estimating software (e.g., CCC, Audatex, Mitchell)
- General knowledge of vehicle mechanical operations
- Excellent verbal and written skills for effective coordination and customer interaction
- Ability to clearly document repair orders and changes
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks during high-volume periods
- Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in estimates and reporting
- Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
- Ability to handle customer inquiries and support internal teams effectively
- Unrestricted driver’s license with the ability to drive automatic and manual transmissions

**Why Work With Us?**

At Capital, we understand the importance of family and work-life balance. We believe that our employees are our most valuable asset, and we strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace. As such, we offer a variety of family-oriented programs, including:

- Prescription, Dental, Eye Care, Paramedical, Life insurance
- Short and Long term disability coverage
- Group RRSP options
- Regular family-friendly social events
- Flexible work schedules to accommodate family commitments
- Maternity leave top-up program
- Employee and Family Assistance Program

At Capital Automotive Group, our vision is to be the most respected auto group in North America. In keeping with our mission, we strive to move customers’ lives forward with the best in automotive solutions, service and people. Through demonstrating our core values of respect, transparency, care, excellence, and innovation, we stand out from the rest and create a growth-driven organization.

Capital Automotive Group, founded in 1974, has expanded and continues to grow significantly. Our team consists of service technicians, product specialists and support staff from each location.

Capital Automotive Group believes in providing an inclusive workplace where all individuals have the opportunity to succeed. We are committed to doing so by providing accessible employment practices. Requests for accommodation due to a disability can be made at any stage of the recruitment process.