Auto/Heavy Equipment Appraiser

Under the direction of Vehicle Services Management and Heavy Equipment Specialists.

Responsibilities

• Appraises auto and heavy equipment damage to determine repair costs for claim settlement.
• Establishes pre-loss actual cash value and salvage value for heavy equipment beyond repair.
• Establishes cargo loss value if applicable.
• Examines damaged unity for interior/exterior damage.
• Interprets client special instructions to accurately handle claims.
• Prepares reports/documents for appropriate personnel as required.
• Records case time/billings.
• Solicits business locally when called upon to do so.
• One of the first points of contact in the call.
• Upholds the Crawford Code of Business Conduct at all times.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Requirements

• High school or vocational school graduate or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of previous experience with auto and heavy equipment and appraising vehicle damage.
• Ability to read and interpret technical reference material.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• In-depth working knowledge of various types of vehicle construction and repair techniques.
• Ability to learn automated appraisal systems.
• Solid negotiating and customer service skills.
• Solid mathematical and computational skills.
• Licensing as required by jurisdiction.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must complete continuing education requirements per Crawford Educational Services.

About Us

At Crawford, employees are empowered to grow, emboldened to act and inspired to innovate. Our industry-leading team pioneers new solutions for the industries and customers we serve. We’re looking for the next generation of leaders to take this journey with us. We hail from more than 70 countries and speak dozens of languages, reflecting the global fabric of the audience we serve. Though our reach is vast, we proudly operate as One Crawford: united in purpose, vision and values.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay.
• Bonus/Incentive Pay and other Performance-Based Rewards, if applicable.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.
• Prescription Drugs coverage.
• HSA, HRA, and FSA Accounts.
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Leave.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Supplemental Health Benefits including:
  • Enhanced Mental Health Support.
  • Virtual Physical Therapy.
  • Caregiving Services.
  • Life Assistance Program.
• Training programs that promote continuous learning and career progression while enhancing job performance.
• Sustainability programs that give back to the communities in which we live and work.
• A culture of respect, collaboration, entrepreneurial spirit, and inclusion.