Auto Service Appraiser Sr- Northwest, Illinois

COUNTRY Financial • IL

97d • $60,400 - $83,050

About The Position

At COUNTRY Financial, our Auto Service Appraiser Sr. reviews vehicle damage photos and prepares itemized damage appraisals outlining cost of parts, materials, and labor necessary to repair the damaged vehicle. Determines if damages are sufficient to declare the vehicle a total loss.

Requirements

• Typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with vehicle owners to promptly schedule physical inspections of damaged vehicle.
• Completes physical inspections of damaged property, when necessary, evaluates damages and prepares written estimates in accordance with applicable policy coverage.
• Audits/reviews body shop and independent appraiser estimates, supplements and subrogation documentation relative to claims guidelines and procedures.
• Communicates all information obtained to involved parties, negotiates and settles claims within prescribed authority.
• Maintains professional working relationships with body shops, vendors and internal customers.

Benefits

• Insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Paid company holidays
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community
• Tuition assistance
• Industry education certificates and designations
• Employee resource groups to connect with peers based on shared identities, characteristics, life experiences and beliefs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior