Hazmat Claims Adjuster -Remote after training

Sedgwick

20d • Remote

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 Hazmat Claims Adjuster -Remote after training PRIMARY PURPOSE: Manages HAZMAT-related property and casualty, including environmental incidents such as chemical spills, toxic leaks, and transportation accidents. Uses investigative skills and technology to efficiently evaluate coverage, determine liability, and resolve claims.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must obtain IIA-AIC designation within 12 to 18 months in the role.
• Appropriate state adjuster license is required.
• Three (3) years of related hazmat/environmental experience required.
• Empathetic claims handling demeanor
• Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Negotiating skills
• Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate and constructive written reports
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
• Computer keyboarding, travel as required
• Hearing, vision and talking

Nice To Haves

• Hazmat certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews policies, reports, and documentation to confirm coverage and assess liability for hazardous material incidents.
• Investigates claims involving environmental damage (e.g., oil spills, chemical leaks, toxic waste).
• Gathers official reports, interviews involved parties, and inspects damages.
• Estimates repair or remediation costs and negotiates settlements within authority.
• Prepares detailed reports and issues payments
• Coordinates with legal teams when litigation is necessary.
• Maintains accurate reserves and manages caseload using digital tools.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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