Auto Field Appraiser- Atlanta, GA

Sedgwick•Atlanta, GA

2d•$55,000 - $65,000

About The Position

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve. Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America’s Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies Certified as a Great Place to Work® Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance Auto Field Appraiser- Atlanta, GA PRIMARY PURPOSE: To handle field appraisal assignments for our corporate fleets and insurance clients with an emphasis on Auto's. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Set appointments same day, inspect within 24 hours and write estimate car side Depending on location - appraiser is expected to write 6 to 10 estimates per day Ensures proper vehicle tear down Determine repair time allotments and required labor operations Makes accurate repair/replace decisions Assess and applies pre-existing damage, completes accurate total loss evaluations Negotiates agreed price with shop decision maker and sets time bound expected completion date per Client Guidelines Review and assess the validity of all supplement request Proactively provides customers with information regarding their vehicle’s cost of repair estimate and explains claims/repair process Maintains accurate vehicle’s cost of repair estimate and explains claims/repair process Negotiates advanced fees for tow, tear down, and storage on all vehicles that are determined to a financial total loss at a repair facility or tow yard Provide extraordinary customer service to all parties involved in the claims process Other duties as assigned by management or as needed. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Performs other duties as assigned. When not in the field, assist quality assurance team and be available for desk appraisal work as well The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. Pay Transparency disclosure: As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is ($55,000 - $65,000 annually) . A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits. “Always accepting applications. Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Sedgwick is the world’s leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company’s expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see sedgwick.com

Requirements

Four (4) years of insurance or body shop experience required
Good technical knowledge of auto appraisals
Knowledge of client operations and labor regulations
Excellent oral and written communication
PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
Analytical and interpretive skills
Strong organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent negotiation skills
Good judgment and discretion skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and set priorities
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
Must be able to work independently
This is a field appraisal position and you will be responsible for managing your local territory and scheduling your work day
Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
Computer keyboarding, travel as required locally
Hearing, vision and talking

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred (but not required)
Licenses as required, as needed
Professional certifications as applicable to line-of-business preferred
CCC One experience

Responsibilities

Set appointments same day, inspect within 24 hours and write estimate car side
Depending on location - appraiser is expected to write 6 to 10 estimates per day
Ensures proper vehicle tear down
Determine repair time allotments and required labor operations
Makes accurate repair/replace decisions
Assess and applies pre-existing damage, completes accurate total loss evaluations
Negotiates agreed price with shop decision maker and sets time bound expected completion date per Client Guidelines
Review and assess the validity of all supplement request
Proactively provides customers with information regarding their vehicle’s cost of repair estimate and explains claims/repair process
Maintains accurate vehicle’s cost of repair estimate and explains claims/repair process
Negotiates advanced fees for tow, tear down, and storage on all vehicles that are determined to a financial total loss at a repair facility or tow yard
Provide extraordinary customer service to all parties involved in the claims process
Other duties as assigned by management or as needed
Performs other duties as assigned
When not in the field, assist quality assurance team and be available for desk appraisal work as well