Experienced Heavy Truck Claims Adjuster - North Richland Hills, TX

Federated Mutual Insurance Company•North Richland Hills, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Experienced Heavy Truck Claims Adjuster, you will determine the validity of coverage for claims that include material damage. You will evaluate, negotiate, settle and/or resolve claims under the terms of the insurance contract in a prompt, fair and equitable basis. This position is in-office in our North Richland Hills, TX office, located at 9151 Blvd 26, Suite 425B.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business-related field or equivalent experience in Property & Casualty claims handling.
Ability to obtain and maintain required insurance licensing.
Minimum 4 years of successful performance in a Claims position.
Appraisal experience preferred demonstrating the ability to proficiently and effectively manage assigned claims with minimum work direction.
Must have knowledge of heavy truck and industrial equipment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
An unquestioned ability to retain confidential business information.

Nice To Haves

Appraisal experience preferred demonstrating the ability to proficiently and effectively manage assigned claims with minimum work direction.

Responsibilities

Objectively appraise heavy truck, trailer and heavy equipment claims.
Determines if coverage is in effect and applicable.
Responsible for setting reserves and making payments.
Controls and directs appraisals written by others to conclude the claim.
Reviews accuracy of appraisals and total loss evaluations.
Acts as a liaison with independent appraisers regarding claim coverage information.
Completes field appraisals as needed.
Uses computerized estimating and other resources to determine an accurate damage account.
Consults with outside experts when necessary to obtain information pertinent to evaluating a claim.
Negotiates directly with repair shops, policyholders, claimants and/or their counsel to establish mutually satisfactory settlements.
Serves as a resource and trains others regarding material damage topics.