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What to Expect

What to Expect

We are looking for an experienced Estimator to work on one of the most progressive vehicles in the world on the Collision Tactical Response Team. The Collision Tactical Response Team quickly deploys to support factory initiatives to minimize impact on the field, support high backlog locations, and new location openings. This position is home based through a local Tesla collision center; however, it requires regular travel in support of other collision centers and factory operations.

What You’ll Do

What You’ll Do

• Create repair estimates for collision damaged Tesla vehicles that arrive for repair (Technical estimating, no sales estimating)
• Build Repair Plans in accordance with Tesla specific repair procedures
• Bill work in accordance with industry accepted Insurance standards Document all damages requiring repair or parts replacement with photos
• Direct disassembly technicians as to the pace and scope of disassembly to expose all damages up front
• Manage Time to meet daily requirement of fully Blueprinted vehicles Update Customer on vehicle progress Close billing and delivery of vehicle
• Order all replacement parts from Tesla Warehouse. Monitor parts delivery.
• Direct Collision Techs to perform repair attempts where Repair Vs Replace is not clear.
• Adhere to all regulatory compliance guidelines for hazardous waste disposal
• Maintain clean, orderly, and organized work area
• Comply with safety rules, guidelines, and standards

What You’ll Bring

What You’ll Bring

• Vocational Certificate in collision repair preferred.
• 5+ years of experience as an collision estimator, Tesla experience preferred
• 75% of the year travel minimum, 3 consecutive week capability
• Willingness to work overtime if required.
• Proficient with Computers, as well as CCC, Audatex, or Mitchell Estimating Software
• Customer Service skills and automotive knowledge/background
• Capable of seamlessly integrating with multiple different teams on wide variety of different technical repairs and processes
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the public
• Maintain top level professional integrity and appearance as an collision technician
• High proficiency in written and spoken English
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to work independently in limited supervision environments
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally to support business needs

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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