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    Field Appraiser-Auto Claims - Chicago, United States - First Chicago Insurance Company (FCIC)

    First Chicago Insurance Company (FCIC)
    First Chicago Insurance Company (FCIC) Chicago, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    We are seeking an experienced Auto Claims Field Appraiser

    The Auto Claims Field Appraiser will provide specialized technical work involving the interpretation of damage in order to formulate estimate of damage, unrelated prior damage, and determination of total losses.


    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Examines damaged vehicles to determine extent of structural, body, mechanical, electrical, or interior damage
    • Estimates cost of labor, determines parts utilization (i.e., OEM, Aftermarket, LKQ), and feasibility of repair versus replace on damage, using knowledge of automotive repair
    • Inspects photographs and obtains agreed price appraisals on all damaged property. All estimates are to be written according to all company guidelines
    • Evaluates practicality of repair and possible contract repair versus deeming a vehicle a total loss
    • Ascertain unrelated prior damage estimates based on physical attributes of the vehicle, areas of damage, as well as age of damage. Will complete prior damage estimates as needed and will report damage inconsistent with the reported accident or any other issues that are noticed and observed when inspecting a vehicle and talking to their owners
    • Determines cost-related expense versus that of owner maintenance (i.e., betterment, depreciation, )
    • Contact owners of non-drivable, damaged vehicles upon receipt of assignment (within 24 hours) in order to set up the inspection of the damaged property within 48 hours, or in a timely manner
    • Returning of the completed appraisal through estimating software program
    • Maintain lists of specialty shops and parts vendors for repairs
    • Approve repairs as specified by current handling guidelines
    • Move salvage vehicles, after securing owner's permission, to the appropriate salvage disposal location
    • Handle Drive-in's as assigned
    • Correction frequency on estimates should be 5% or less

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Required:

    • 3+ yrs outside appraiser or related experience
    • Knowledge, skills and ability to write an agreed price appraisal on all lines of business
    • Good interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
    • Maintain a valid driver's license and an operable vehicle
    • Be able to use a computerized estimating system

    Preferred:

    • College degree, technical school training or significant work experience
    • Ability to use on-line claims system
    • Continuing insurance education

    First Chicago Insurance Company provides a competitive benefits package to all full- time employees. Following are some of the perks First Chicago employees receive:

    • Competitive Salaries
    • Flexible Work Schedules
    • Hybrid Remote/In-Office Opportunities Available
    • Commitment to your Training & Development
    • Medical and Dental
    • Telemedicine Benefit
    • 401k with a generous company match
    • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
    • Tuition Reimbursement Training Programs
    • Wellness Program
    • Fun company sponsored events
    • And so much more
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