Inside Physical Damage Appraiser
Auto-Owners Insurance Company
Apply to this jobA career at Auto-Owners is challenging and rewarding. Our group of caring associates create financial security by helping individuals and businesses make a new start when a loss occurs.
Job Description
We offer a merit-based work-from-home program based on job responsibilities. After initial training in-person, this specific role could have the flexibility to work from home up to 3 days per week.
Auto-Owners Insurance, a top-rated insurance carrier, is seeking an experienced and motivated Claims professional to join our team. The position requires the following, but is not limited to:
- Inspect damaged automobiles, develop information regarding repair costs, negotiate repair cost agreements, and evaluate practicality of repair and options for settlement of claims.
- Maintains an understanding of current automobile construction and repair techniques, assuring compliance with statutory requirements including but not limited to appropriate use of after-market parts, and repairs to automobiles with concern for safety and industry standards.
- Communicate with claim associates, agents, insured’s repair facilities and others regarding inspections and conclusions; develop and participate in required communication to vehicle owner regarding repairs, participate as necessary in negotiations, follow-up and problem resolution on claims.
- Works towards the resolution of claims, and may attend arbitrations, mediations, depositions, or trials as necessary.
- Handle investigations by phone, mail and on-site investigations.
- Willing to travel and be temporarily reassigned for catastrophe duty upon request.
Desired Skills & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- A minimum of 3 years working as a physical damage appraiser .
- Knowledge of CCC software is preferred but not required
- Above average communication skills (written and verbal)
- Ability to resolve complex issues
- Organize and interpret data
- Ability to handle multiple assignments
- Possess a valid driver’s license
Benefits
Auto-Owners offers a wide range of career opportunities, and we are seeking talent that will help us continue our long tradition of success. We offer a friendly work environment, structured training program, employee mentoring and an excellent compensation/benefits package. Along with a competitive base salary, matched 401(k), fully-funded pension plan (once vested), and bonus programs, Auto-Owners also provides generous paid time off including holidays, vacation days, personal time, and sick leave. If you're looking to do rewarding work alongside great people, Auto-Owners is the place for you!
Equal Employment Opportunity
Auto-Owners Insurance is an equal opportunity employer. The Company hires, transfers, and promotes on the basis of ability, without consideration of disability, age, sex, race, color, religion, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, or any factor contrary to federal, state or local law.
*Please note that the ability to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship is a requirement.
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Summary
Inspect and assess vehicle damages, negotiate repairs, and handle claims processes.
Job title
Inside Physical Damage Appraiser
Experience level
3+ years
Minimum experience
3+ years exp
Industry
insurance
Location requirements
Remote work possible after training with travel
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Lansing, MI, USA
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Charlotte, NC, USA
Village of Clarkston, MI 48346, USA
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Columbia, MO, USA
Columbia, SC, USA
Columbus, OH, USA
Dayton, OH, USA
Draper, UT, USA
Duluth, GA, USA
Eau Claire, WI, USA
Escanaba, MI 49829, USA
Fargo, ND, USA
Florence, SC, USA
Fort Myers, FL, USA
Gaylord, MI 49735, USA
Grand Rapids, MI, USA
Greensboro, NC, USA
Greenville, SC, USA
Independence, MO, USA
Indianapolis, IN, USA
Jackson, TN, USA
Kennesaw, GA, USA
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Lapeer, MI 48446, USA
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Louisville, KY, USA
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