Collision Damage Appraiser

Centennial Carstar Dartmouth is looking for an organized, motivated individual to join our team as Collision Damage Appraiser!

NOW HIRING: Collision Damage Appraiser

LOCATION: Carstar Dartmouth, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

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

WAGES: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour (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:

• Complete appraisals and negotiate with insurance companies on proper repair methods and pricing
• Submit supplement requests to appraisers for approval including photos, service invoices, parts invoices and supplement estimates.
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with insurance appraisers and adjusters
• Handles customer concerns immediately and accordingly to shop procedures

WHY WORK WITH CENTENNIAL:

• Customer centered, team oriented staff
• Professional training and development
• Company matching RRSP
• Health/Dental/Insurance Coverage
• Employee/other partner discounts
• Career advancement

It’s an exciting time to be working with Centennial Auto Group. We are a growing company which operates five new vehicle dealerships, six Carstar collision centres, and two powersports stores in PEI, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Centennial Auto Group is celebrating 40+ years in business.

Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your job application.