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Juan De Jesus GonzalezEstrella

Palmdale

Summary

I have extensive experience as a Collision Estimator and Assistant Manager in the automotive collision repair industry. My background includes vehicle damage assessment, repair estimating, insurance claims and DRP coordination, customer service, production scheduling, and daily shop operations. I have successfully managed repairs from initial estimate through final delivery, working closely with customers, insurance adjusters, technicians, and vendors to ensure quality repairs, efficient workflow, and high customer satisfaction. My experience has helped improve shop productivity, profitability, and overall operational performance.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Service Writer /Collision Estimator

Fix Auto Palmdale
Palmdale, CA
08.2024 - Current

Experienced in Automotive collision repair estimating, customer service, insurance claims, and shop operations. Responsible for inspecting vehicle damage, preparing accurate repair estimates, coordinating with insurance companies and DRP partners, managing repair schedules, ordering parts, and ensuring repairs meet OEM standards. Assisted in daily shop management, supervised workflow, supported technicians, and maintained high levels of customer satisfaction, strong communication skills, and the ability to build trust with customers while guiding them through the repair process.

Service Writer /Collision Estimator/Assistant Manager

Westside Body And Paint
Quart Hills Ca
02.2020 - 08.2024

Experienced in Automotive collision repair estimating, customer service, insurance claims, and shop operations. Responsible for inspecting vehicle damage, preparing accurate repair estimates, coordinating with insurance companies and DRP partners, managing repair schedules, ordering parts, and ensuring repairs meet OEM standards. Assisted in daily shop management, supervised workflow, supported technicians, and maintained high levels of customer satisfaction, strong communication skills, and the ability to build trust with customers while guiding them through the repair process.

Painter Helper/Technician/ Production/Shop Manager

Schiros Collision Repair
Chatsworth, CA / North Hollywood, CA
01.2006 - 01.2020
Painter Helper

Assisted with vehicle preparation, masking, sanding, priming, polishing and paint related tasks.

Technician

Performed collision repair and refinishing work, ensuring repairs met quality standards and manufacturer specifications.

Production / Shop Manager

Coordinated daily shop workflow, monitored repair progress, scheduled production, and ensured vehicles were completed on time.

Oversaw daily shop operations, supervised staff, managed customer satisfaction, controlled production efficiency, payroll and supported overall business profitability.

Education

Van Nuys High School
Van Nuys, CA

High School Diploma -

North Valley Occupational Center

Skills

  • Collision Damage Assessment & Estimating
  • CCC ONE, Mitchell & Audatex Systems
  • Insurance Claims & DRP Management
  • Customer Service & Relationship Building
  • Repair Planning & Blueprinting
  • Parts Ordering and Invoicing
  • Shop Operations & Workflow Management
  • Team Leadership & Employee Development
  • Quality Control & Vehicle Delivery
  • OEM Repair Procedures & Standards
  • Sales & Revenue Growth
  • Scheduling & Production Coordination
  • Problem Resolution & Conflict Management
  • Administrative & Office Management

Certification

I-Car platinum certified

Toyota Training

Nissan estimating training

Green Belt Training - PPG

ASE Certification

  • Non-structural Analysis and Damage Repair
  • Structural Analysis and Damage Repair

Square One Systems and Coyote Vision Group Program

Next Progression - leadership program training

Tesla Training

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Service Writer /Collision Estimator

Fix Auto Palmdale
08.2024 - Current

Service Writer /Collision Estimator/Assistant Manager

Westside Body And Paint
02.2020 - 08.2024

Painter Helper/Technician/ Production/Shop Manager

Schiros Collision Repair
01.2006 - 01.2020

Van Nuys High School

High School Diploma -

North Valley Occupational Center
Juan De Jesus GonzalezEstrella