Jobs · OTHR · Iowa

Ag Specialty Appraiser

Farm Bureau Financial Services · West Des Moines, IA · 3 days ago
OTHRFull-time

What You'll Do

  • Prepare and review detailed damage estimates for agricultural equipment, heavy trucks, semi tractors, trailers, and other specialty equipment using industry-standard estimating tools.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert, providing technical guidance to Ag Specialists on damage evaluation, repair methods, and salvage values.
  • Apply industry knowledge to ensure accurate assessments, consistency in appraisal practices, and confident decision-making on complex or high-value claims.
  • Grant appropriate payment authority while ensuring estimates comply with internal guidelines, policy provisions, and industry standards.
  • Collaborate with adjusters and leadership across business units to support timely, accurate, and consistent claim resolutions.
  • Deliver training and ongoing support to Ag Specialists, field representatives, and management on estimating practices and damage assessment procedures.
  • Communicate professionally and clearly with policyholders, agents, management, regulatory agencies, and the public on claim-related matters.

What It Takes To Join Our Team

  • Five or more years of relevant experience in agricultural, heavy truck, or specialty equipment estimating, appraisal, or related claims work.
  • Senior Appraiser or comparable specialty claims experience preferred.
  • Proven ability to independently write and evaluate estimates for agricultural equipment, heavy trucks, semi tractors, trailers, and specialty equipment.
  • Strong understanding of repair methods, damage assessment, and valuation across major equipment components.
  • Demonstrated leadership, customer service, teamwork, and communication skills.
  • Solid knowledge of technical, business, and industry regulations related to equipment claims.
  • Willingness to travel as needed and work in varying weather conditions.

What We Offer You

  • Competitive compensation.
  • Career development and continuing education opportunities.
  • Enhanced 401(k) with company match.
  • Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time.
  • A supportive, fun, and collaborative team environment.
  • Onsite wellness facilities, fitness programs, daycare, and cafeteria.
  • Hybrid work arrangements for many positions.

Pay

Competitive compensation.

Schedule

Hybrid work arrangements for many positions.

Benefits

  • Enhanced 401(k) with company match.
  • Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time.
  • A supportive, fun, and collaborative team environment.
  • Onsite wellness facilities, fitness programs, daycare, and cafeteria.

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