Physical Damage Appraiser

FBL Financial Group • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

As a Physical Damage Appraiser, you will be responsible for facilitating an efficient settlement of material damage claims by determining the fair market value to repair damaged motor vehicles, campers, motorcycles, trailers, and boats utilizing CCC estimating and valuation software. This will include examining damaged vehicles that could be located at numerous locations, such as tow yards, collision centers and customer's residence or workplace. You will be responsible for ensuring effective departmental operations by maintaining a positive relationship with local collision centers, salvage yards, and car dealers. Other duties will include reviewing our Preferred Auto Repair Shop (PARS) estimates and completing PARS re-inspections as needed, and ensuring that all estimates are computer audited to reach an agreed price with our customer's shop of choice. In addition, you will assist in ensuring efficient operations during natural disasters by resolving claims during storms. Must reside in the North/Central Phoenix territory (in or near the Phoenix area preferred).

Requirements

• Two-year Auto Body degree plus at least two years auto body experience is preferred.
• Must be able to fully appraise all aspects of vehicle damage.
• Strong computer skills are required.
• A valid driver's license and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Records are required.
• Must be able to work under all kinds of weather conditions.
• Must be able to climb a ladder to inspect recreational vehicles.
• Completion of Associate in Claims (AIC) exams 30, 39, and 40 is required within two years.

Nice To Haves

• I-Car Platinum Certified.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate efficient settlement of material damage claims.
• Determine fair market value to repair damaged motor vehicles, campers, motorcycles, trailers, and boats.
• Examine damaged vehicles at various locations including tow yards and collision centers.
• Maintain positive relationships with local collision centers, salvage yards, and car dealers.
• Review Preferred Auto Repair Shop (PARS) estimates and complete PARS re-inspections as needed.
• Ensure all estimates are computer audited to reach an agreed price.
• Assist in resolving claims during natural disasters.

Benefits

• Enhanced 401K with a match.
• Low cost health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life and disability insurance options.
• Paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time.
• Company car and cell phone.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Associate degree