Internship
Estimator Apprentice
Posted on 5/9/2026
The Boyd Group
201-500 employees
Collision repair and auto glass network
Compensation Overview
$20 - $23/hr
Washington, USA + 1 more
More locations: Michigan, USA
In Person
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- High school diploma/GED
- Prior customer service experience
- Must currently possess or successfully complete 16 I-CAR units within the first 12 months of employment
- Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, kneel and crouch in providing an accurate estimate of a vehicle’s damage
- Must possess clear vision in providing an accurate estimate of a vehicle’s damage
- Excellent communication skills
- Computer literate
- Knowledge of Microsoft products (preferred)
- Good decision-making ability and sound judgment
- Ensure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
- Greets customer at repair drop off and builds rapport.
- Maps damage with customer (previous, current loss, WOW opportunities).
- Handles repair mapping, takes initial photographs. Uploads photos and notes to CCC One, along with arrival time, etc.
- Notifies production that vehicle has arrived and places in production queue. Verifies estimate during teardown.
- Finalizes estimate using proper Repair Planning Template.
- Works with repair team to make sure notations on windshield are correct and complete. Puts together final parts list.
- Uses Promise Date Calculator to set promise date. Calls customer to review estimate and promise date.
- Updates customer regularly (with frequency, according to standards determined by management).
- Participates in and contributes to the regularly scheduled production meetings.
- Calls customers whose cars will be completed the next day. Schedules with customer.
- Follow up with technicians after vehicle tear down and make adjustments to estimate if needed.
- Assist insurance adjusters with damage reports, etc., and provide service to insurance claim re-inspectors.
- 4-6 years related work experience
- Photo-imaging software experience preferred
The Boyd Group is a North American collision repair and auto glass company. It runs a network of repair shops that fix damaged vehicles and replace or repair windshields and glass. Each shop provides on-site assessments, repairs, refinishing, and customer service to return vehicles to pre-accident condition. The business model centers on owning and consolidating a large number of collision repair centers to leverage scale, standardized processes, and a consistent customer experience. Unlike many competitors, Boyd grew aggressively through acquisitions, building a nationwide presence in both Canada and the United States and becoming the largest collision repair operator in Canada before expanding south of the border. The company aims to be the leading auto collision and glass repair platform in North America by delivering reliable repairs, transparent service, and a broad network that makes it easy for customers to access its shops.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Winnipeg, Canada
Founded
1990
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Joe Hudson’s $1.3B acquisition adds 258 Southeast locations, $35-45M synergies.
- Pro forma 2025 sales hit $3.89B, up from $3.1B, via 119 new sites.
- Targets $5B revenue, $700M EBITDA by 2029 through market share gains.
What critics are saying
- Joe Hudson’s integration fails, eroding synergies via customer loss in 6-12 months.
- Caliber Collision’s $1.6B Crash Champions deal captures 15% more Southeast share.
- Insurers cut reimbursement rates 5-10% post-consolidation across 1,301 locations.
What makes The Boyd Group unique
- Pioneered clean, professional collision shops since 1990, unlike typical shops.
- First North American publicly traded collision repair firm in 1998.
- Consolidates fragmented market with 1,301 locations post-Joe Hudson’s acquisition.
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Benefits
Annual Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Holidays
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Employer Paid Short-Term Disability
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
Continuing Education Opportunities
Free Prescription or Non-Prescription Safety Glasses
Annual Voluntary Uniform Stipend
Company News
Boyd Group Services, which operates collision repair and auto glass centres across North America, received a $9.26 million investment from AYAL Capital Advisors in the fourth quarter of 2025. The fund acquired 58,098 shares, representing 3.23% of its assets under management. Founded in November 2025 through an initial public offering priced at $141, Boyd's shares have risen approximately 20% to $168.71. The company operates non-franchised service centres serving insurance companies and retail customers. Boyd generates revenue primarily through vehicle repair and glass replacement services, focusing on direct relationships with insurers. The company has demonstrated steady same-store sales growth and continues expanding through acquisitions, reinforcing its roll-up strategy across the North American collision repair market.
The boyd Group receives regulatory approval for acquisition of Joe Hudson's Collision Center. The company intends to close the deal on January 9, which will add 258 collision repair locations across the U.S. to its network. Boyd Group Services Inc. intends to close the acquisition of Joe Hudson's Collision Center for $1.3 billion on January 9. The definitive agreement was previously announced on October 29, and regulatory requirements have been satisfied. The acquisition will expand the Company's footprint by 258 collision locations across the U.S. Southeast and bring its total locations to 1,273. JHCC was founded in 1989 and has executed a successful long-term growth strategy of new location and same-store sales growth. Since its founding, JHCC has successfully grown its footprint to 258 collision locations across 18 U.S. states through a combination of new development and acquisitions. In addition to its strong top-line growth, JHCC's focus on densifying within the U.S. Southeast, as well as executing solid operational performance, has enabled it to establish a track record of strong profitability.
Boyd Group Services Inc. is acquiring Joe Hudson's Collision Center (JHCC) for $1.3 billion, expanding Boyd's presence in the U.S. Southeast with 258 new locations. The acquisition is expected to generate $35-$45 million in annual synergies and be accretive to Boyd's Adjusted EBITDA margin and net earnings per share. Boyd's preliminary Q3 2025 results show sales of $787-$792 million, a 5% increase year-over-year, and a 21-23% rise in Adjusted EBITDA. The acquisition is set to close in Q4 2025.
Boyd Group Services Inc. announces pricing of C$275 million senior unsecured note offering and amendment and extension of existing revolving credit facilities
Boyd Group Services Inc. has appointed Brian Kaner to take over leadership of the auto repair company with nearly 1,000 collision and glass shops across Canada and the United States, effective next spring.