Professional summary
Estimator with **+ years of experience in the auto body industry, skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, and specialized auto estimating systems including Mitchell, Audatex, and CCC. Proven track record in enhancing estimation accuracy and efficiency for major insurers such as USAA and State Farm, leading to optimized processes and heightened client satisfaction. Holds I-Car Platinum certification and excels in tackling complex estimation challenges, ensuring adherence to insurer specifications. Employment history
JOE HUDSON COLLISION Estimator Crystal River, Florida 2017 - Present
Gerber Collision Estimator Lutz, Florida
Nov 2015 - 2017
C&D Auto body Estimator College Park, Md.
Oct 2010 - Nov 2015
Lead estimator for company writing repair estimates for multiple DRP insurance companies including State Farm, Erie, Farmers, Amica, Mid-Atlantic, Liberty Mutual, Cei, multiple others. Antwerpen Nissan Assistant manager/Estimator Clarksville, Md. Aug 2006 - Oct 2010
Mark Mikalaski
Estimator
1390 Godfrey Ave., Spring Hill, 34609
****.*********@*****.***
Resolve complex estimation issues, enhancing workflow efficiency and accuracy for major insurers. Accurately estimate repair costs for insurers like USAA and State Farm, ensuring precise budget management.
Improve overall efficiency by resolving complex estimation issues, driving measurable workflow improvements.
Led estimations for USAA and DRP insurance firms, ensuring precise assessments and timely claim processing.
Enhanced client satisfaction through accurate claims, resolving estimation challenges efficiently. Collaborated with insurance companies to streamline processes, reducing turnaround time significantly. Managed repair estimates for top insurers, enhancing accuracy and client satisfaction. Streamlined estimation processes, reducing turnaround time by 20% for multiple insurance partners. Analyzed and resolved complex claims, ensuring compliance with all insurer specifications. Assisted Managers, Estimators, and Production Department in daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow. Wrote accurate estimates for multiple DRP insurance companies, enhancing client satisfaction. Assigned labor to technicians, optimizing resource allocation and productivity. Streamlined processes, resulting in measurable improvements in operational efficiency. Collaborated with team to resolve issues, ensuring timely project completion and high-quality outcomes. Boosted workflow by effectively assigning tasks to techs, enhancing service delivery. Education
Montgomery County Community College Montgomery County, Md. 1994 - 1995
Springbook High School Montgomery County, Md.
1990 - 1993
Skills
Microsoft Word Excel (Experienced)
Mitchell Auto Estimating (Expert) Audatex Auto Estimating (Expert) CCC Estimating (Expert) I-Car Platinum
Additional information
Additional Information
• I-Car platinum certified
• 28 years experience in the automotive industry