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Rick Hendrick Chevrolet

PDR / Recon Tech

Greensboro, NC · On-site

... PDR) Technician to join our high-performing team. Enjoy a supportive team environment, and the ... Estimates cost of body work * Requests necessary parts * Performs body repairs including removing ...

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As of Aug 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for pdr estimator in the United States is $83,002.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,000.00 and $99,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Pdr Estimator vs Auto Body Technician?

AspectPdr EstimatorAuto Body Technician
CredentialsEstimating certifications, knowledge of insurance proceduresBody repair certifications, welding, and mechanical skills
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, insurance claims processingRepair shop, hands-on vehicle repair
Industry UsageInsurance companies, collision centersAuto repair shops, collision centers
Search/Comparison IntentEstimating, insurance claims, vehicle damage assessmentVehicle repair, collision repair, bodywork

While both Pdr Estimators and Auto Body Technicians work in the collision repair industry, Pdr Estimators focus on assessing vehicle damage and preparing repair estimates, often working in an office environment. Auto Body Technicians perform hands-on repairs and bodywork on vehicles. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right role based on skills and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Pdr Estimator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,002 per year, or $39.9 per hour.

Automotive PDR Tech - Nationwide

XCITE AUTOMOTIVE

Oakbrook Terrace, IL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Xcite Automotive rating

4.2

Company rating: 4.2 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

239th of 242 rated software companies

Job description

Great PDR techs shouldn’t have to wait for the right opportunity to find them.
Xcite Automotive is building a pipeline of top Paintless Dent Repair talent nationwide, so when a role opens near you, you’re first in line. Up to 70K per year depending on experience.

Job Description: Xcite Automotive is seeking an experienced Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) Technician with 3–5 years of proven hands-on expertise in dent removal, hail damage repair, and dealership-level reconditioning. This role is embedded directly in a dealership environment, where you will be responsible for maintaining OEM-level quality standards while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform high-quality paintless dent repair (PDR) on customer and inventory vehicles.
  • Repair door dings, creases, minor collision dents, and hail damage without the need for painting or refinishing.
  • Accurately assess vehicle damage and provide repair estimates.
  • Ensure all work meets dealership, OEM, and customer standards for safety and quality.
  • Maintain detailed records of repairs performed, hours billed, and parts/tools used.
  • Collaborate with service managers, detail technicians, and reconditioning team members to ensure efficient vehicle turnaround.
  • Adhere to dealership safety and compliance policies.

What you will need: 

  • 3–5 years of hands-on PDR expertise, including hail repair and high-volume dealership work.
  • Ability to deliver OEM-level quality standards consistently.
  • Experience estimating repairs, documenting work, and collaborating with reconditioning teams.
  • Strong work ethic with ability to handle high volume while maintaining precision.
  • Excellent communication skills for working with managers, teammates, and dealership staff.

 Minimum Qualifications

  • At least 3 years of professional PDR experience in dealership, reconditioning, or equivalent settings is required.
  • Demonstrated skill with PDR tools, glue pulling, and light reflection techniques.
  • Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
  • Ability to work full-time, including weekends if dealership schedule requires.

Beneficial Types of Previous Experience:

  • 3–5 years of Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) in a dealership, reconditioning center, or mobile technician environment.
  • Proven experience with hail damage repair, dent/crease removal, glue pulling, and light reflection techniques.
  • Prior work in dealership service or reconditioning departments,
  • Exposure to collision repair or body shop environments (without painting/refinishing), including damage assessment and repair estimates.
  • Experience supporting fleet, rental car, or auction vehicles,
  • Familiarity with PDR tools, estimating software (MobileTechRX, CCC, etc.), and dealership-level quality expectations.

Company Description:: Xcite Automotive is a fast-growing automotive service and a software-based company that helps dealers get vehicles frontline-ready quickly and efficiently. Since 2007, Xcite Automotive has been on a mission to make the automotive industry faster, more innovative, and more profitable. Over 1,300 automobile dealers nationwide rely on Xcite’s team of 1000+ employees to provide on-site vehicle marketing and reconditioning solutions.

Additional Information::Xcite Automotive provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or orientation. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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