Field Property Claims Adjuster-Dayton, OH

Farmers Insurance Careers • OH

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About The Position

We are Farmers! We are… more than just your favorite commercials. At Farmers, we strive to deliver peace of mind to our customers by providing protection and comprehensive advice and delivering in the moments of truth. That means having people who can help us meet changing customer and business needs. Farmers high-performance culture is focused on results and the people who achieve them. We hold ourselves and others accountable for sustainably growing the business and each other. We seek solutions, own our actions, and grow through discomfort. We see setbacks as opportunities while continuously asking ourselves how we impact our customers. Farmers is an award winning, equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce. We are dedicated to supporting the well-being of our people through our extensive suite of benefits, as well as the well-being of the communities we serve through employee volunteer programs and nonprofit partnerships. Helping others in their time of need isn’t just our business – it’s our culture! To learn more about our high-performance culture and open opportunities, check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn about insurance policies and property damage from the inside out to identify how coverage applies to a particular loss.
• Outgoing personality that would enjoy interacting with a wide variety of people including policyholders, claimants, agents, witnesses, and fraud investigators.
• Valid driver's license.
• Able to adapt to ever changing technology.

Nice To Haves

• Outside insurance education (CPCU, GCA) preferred.
• Successful demonstration/completion of the Senior Claims Representative prerequisites, proficiencies, and exams, as required based on unit assignment.
• Minimum of one year of prior claims or two years of related industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field based investigations by visiting policyholders’ homes to investigate property damage.
• Use claims handling software, a company car and laptop to determine claims related damage and write estimates in a paperless environment.
• Represent the Company from a public relations standpoint and conduct oneself as a member of Management at all times.
• Use strong customer service skills to negotiate with policyholders to settle the claim.
• Travel may be required for mini CAT duty.
• Investigates, confirms coverage, determines liability, establishes damages, reports status and negotiates the settlement of assigned cases.
• Adjusts all types of claims.
• Inspects damaged property and determines claims related damage.
• Estimates the cost of repair or replacement of damaged or stolen property.
• Determines and reports on subrogation potential.
• Initiates the sale of salvage, personal property, and miscellaneous salvage items.
• Reports theft, fraud, and arson losses as required to state and industry agencies.
• Promotes safety at all times and complies with safety/ergonomic standards as outlined in relevant company published manuals.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.
• Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
• 401(k)
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees