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Collision Estimator at Tesla in Tacoma, WA
Job Description
The Tesla Collision Repair Program is looking for a Collision Estimator to work on one of the most progressive vehicle brands in the world. This position will involve supporting the Body Repair Program in all aspects. If you are interested in becoming a part of a world class service team supporting the latest EV technology, we are interested in hearing from you.
Responsibilities
- Create repair estimates for collision damaged Tesla Model S, Model X, Model Y, and Model 3 vehicles that arrive for repair (Technical estimating, no sales estimating)
- Build repair plans in accordance with Tesla specific repair procedures
- Direct disassembly technicians as to the pace and scope of disassembly to expose all damages up front
- Communicate with insurance company to submit claim and billing
- Direct Collision Technicians to perform repair attempts where Repair VS Replace is not clear
- Update customer on vehicle progress
- Close billing and delivery of vehicle
Requirements
- 5+ years of automotive collision damage estimating experience
- Knowledge of insurance procedures and requirements
- Proficient with Computers, as well as CCC, Audatex, or Mitchell Estimating Software
- Automotive knowledge/background; willingness to be cross trained in career advancing management roles as needed
- Excellent verbal, and written communication skills; excellent customer service skills
- I-CAR certification preferred
- Valid driver’s license preferred
Compensation and benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
- Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
- Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
- Tesla Babies program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
- Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)
- Estimator II - $30.46 - $33.67/hour
- Estimator III - $33.09 - $38.46/hour
- Estimator IV - $35.93 - $43.91/hour
- Lead Estimator - $40.09 - $49.00/hour
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.