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Robert Craig

Spartansburg,PA

Summary

Seasoned Auto Estimatics Appraiser skilled in evaluating and documenting vehicle damage. Brings over 40 years of exceptional customer service combined with effective communication and firm command of industry best practices.

I-CAR Platinum Pro Level 3 Certified

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Overview

43
43
years of professional experience

Work History

Select Service Shop Reviewer

State Farm
Bloomington, IL
01.2023 - Current
  • I'm remote estimatics appraiser conduct virtual inspections on Select Service prepared estimates.
  • Serve as an internal control check for the detection and/or prevention of integrity issues.
  • Evaluate repair quality and identify inconsistencies between amounts estimated and operations performed by Select Service repairers.
  • Ensure compliance with state or regulatory requirements associated with estimate preparation.
  • Reviewed factual information to determine costs to repair applicable damages.
  • Used strong communication skills to negotiate final damage estimates.

Collision Repair Technician & Estimator

Tri County Collision
Spartansburg, PA
06.2017 - 12.2022
  • Implemented vehicle structure expertise to effectively remove and replace damaged components.
  • Re-sprayed damaged areas to match original finish, utilizing spray guns to paint small areas and spray booth to finish large surface areas.
  • Operated multi pull frame machine to realign structural components with various levels of damage.
  • Windshield, window and light replacements.
  • Performed diagnostic tests on vehicles to detect issues and root causes.
  • Replace parts and repair body damage back to pre-loss condition.
  • Replaced damaged car fenders, grills and panels.
  • Provided insurance company's and customers with cost effective repair estimates before performing repair work.
  • Liaised with customers to explain repairs and present estimates.

Collision Shop Manager

Community Chevrolet
Meadville, PA
11.2016 - 05.2017
  • Coordinated and supervised 7 shop collision and refinishing technicians and assigned tasks and work orders.
  • Overseen and supervised 3 detail shop employees
  • Directed day-to-day operations,
  • Communicated effectively with our many DRP insurance companies, documenting in detail each process of repair.
  • Estimated automobile repair time accurately, scheduling jobs according to shop capacity.
  • Utilized CCC One estimating platform
  • Engaged with customers to resolve escalated issues.
  • Hired and trained technicians, monitoring and evaluating job performance.
  • Complied with federal, state and local regulations affecting body shop operations.
  • Greeted customers and took time to answer questions.
  • Assessed quality of all shop work to maintain solid reputation and high customer satisfaction.
  • Kept strict safety practices in all areas of operations.

Service Manager

Weber-Harris Ford
Meadville, PA
09.2016 - 10.2016
  • Assigned and scheduled work of auto service staff handling 12+ vehicles per day.
  • Monitored worker skills and training to correctly delegate assignments for maximum performance.
  • Implemented processes to improve customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
  • Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
  • Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.

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State Farm Insurance Inc
Bloomington, IL
01.1992 - 08.2016
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Collision Repair Technician and Estimator

Craig's Paint & Collision
Union City, PA
01.1982 - 12.1991
  • Gave customers cost estimates and quotes before performing repair work.
  • Re-sprayed damaged areas to match original finish, utilizing spray guns to paint small areas and spray booth to finish large surface areas.
  • Implemented vehicle structure expertise to effectively remove and replace damaged components.
  • Inspected automotive repairs to match paint and maintain body appearance.
  • Performed diagnostic tests on vehicles to detect issues and root causes.
  • Replaced damaged car fenders, grills and panels.
  • Distributed vehicle parts to technicians for replacement on in-shop vehicles.
  • Sanded, refinished and painted car bodies to improve appearance and overall value.

Education

High School Diploma -

Union City High School
Union City, PA
06.1979

Corry Vo-Tech Autobody

Corry Area High School
Corry, PA
06.1979

Skills

  • Insurance Knowledge
  • CCC One Estimating Platform Experience
  • Audatex Estimating Platform Experience
  • Repair Estimate Experience
  • Auto Body Fabrication
  • Welding Experience
  • Frame Assessment
  • Diagnostics
  • Parts Ordering
  • Hazardous Materials
  • Body Shop Operations
  • Warranty Claims
  • Customer Relations
  • Vehicle Inspections
  • Windshield Replacement
  • New Finish Application
  • Car Frame Realignment
  • Damage Repairs
  • Computer Skills
  • Concise Time Management
  • Excellent Work Ethic
  • In-Depth Knowledge of Varied Makes and Models
  • Attentive to Detail
  • Dependable and Punctual
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Training & Development

Timeline

Select Service Shop Reviewer

State Farm
01.2023 - Current

Collision Repair Technician & Estimator

Tri County Collision
06.2017 - 12.2022

Collision Shop Manager

Community Chevrolet
11.2016 - 05.2017

Service Manager

Weber-Harris Ford
09.2016 - 10.2016

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State Farm Insurance Inc
01.1992 - 08.2016

Collision Repair Technician and Estimator

Craig's Paint & Collision
01.1982 - 12.1991

High School Diploma -

Union City High School

Corry Vo-Tech Autobody

Corry Area High School
Robert Craig