Part-Time / On Call Estimator

Property Restoration Estimator

Execute the timely, accurate, and profitable estimation of property losses. Effectively communicating the organization's capabilities while maintaining good communication with all other employees as needed.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Use software to estimate residential and commercial restoration projects.
• Coordinate estimates and communicate with subcontractors as needed.
• Create accurate and profitable job estimates.
• Develop list of materials and equipment needed for projects.
• Completed estimates that will be forwarded to the customer within four (4) business days of the property inspection.
• Set realistic expectations while working up estimation.
• Build and maintain relationships with claims adjusters and contractors when opportunity arises.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

Decision Rights and Authority

Determine project scope and estimated cost for restoration jobs

Working Relationships and Scope

All adjustments, modifications, and corrections will be approved by president before corrected. All estimates will be given to president first before being sent out to customers. Only company-approved vendors and subcontractors will be used.

Performance Competencies

Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Education and Experience (Preferred but not required) High school diploma (or GED) and twenty-four (24) months of related experience writing restoration estimates and / or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Write simple correspondence. Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees as needed.

Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentages, and draw and interpret property sketches and graphs.

Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding and to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Deal with problems involving multiple concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills Intermediate capability in using word processing software, spreadsheet software, email systems, and the internet. Experience with Xactimate and Xactware required.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations None required for this position. IICRC and / or RIA certifications helpful.

Physical Demands The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.

This is a remote position.

Compensation : $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

At Rainbow International Restoration we're helping families out when disaster strikes, turning their damaged houses back into homes. Our franchisees are looking for qualified people seeking to do what it takes to restore the customers property. Does the sound of that excite you? Then seeking a career with an independently owned and operated Rainbow International franchise might be the place for you. Because for our family, this isn't just a job, it's a calling.