Experienced Heavy Truck Claims Adjuster - Atlanta, GA
What Will You Do?
- Objectively appraise heavy truck, trailer and heavy equipment claims.
- Determines if coverage is in effect and applicable.
- Responsible for setting reserves and making payments.
- Controls and directs appraisals written by others to conclude the claim.
- Reviews accuracy of appraisals and total loss evaluations.
- Acts as a liaison with independent appraisers regarding claim coverage information.
- Completes field appraisals as needed.
- Uses computerized estimating and other resources to determine an accurate damage account.
- Consults with outside experts when necessary to obtain information pertinent to evaluating a claim.
- Negotiates directly with repair shops, policyholders, claimants and/or their counsel to establish mutually satisfactory settlements.
- Serves as a resource and trains others regarding material damage topics.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business-related field or equivalent experience in Property & Casualty claims handling.
- Ability to obtain and maintain required insurance licensing.
- Minimum 4 years of successful performance in a Claims position.
- Appraisal experience preferred demonstrating the ability to proficiently and effectively manage assigned claims with minimum work direction.
- Must have knowledge of heavy truck and industrial equipment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- An unquestioned ability to retain confidential business information.
Pay Range
Pay range for the Experienced Heavy Truck Claims Adjuster is $90,400 - $122,200 annually.
What We Offer
- A wide variety of ways to support you as a whole, both professionally and personally.
- Commitment to your growth including opportunities for internal mobility and career development paths, inspiring excellence in performance and ensuring your professional journey thrives.
- Exceptional benefits to nurture your personal life including encompassing competitive compensation, enticing bonus programs, cost-effective health insurance, and robust pension and 401(k) offerings.
- To encourage community engagement, we provide paid volunteer time and offer opportunities for gift matching.
About the Role
Federated Insurance is dedicated to making lives better through its focus on client success and providing tremendous opportunities for employee growth. The company's culture is grounded in Equity, Integrity, Teamwork, and Respect, fostering a work environment that embodies these core principles and values.
Requirements
We are committed to recruiting and developing exceptional individuals who share our values. Our top priority in recruitment and development of our next generation is to ensure we align ourselves with truly exceptional people who share these values.
Qualifications
We seek candidates with a Bachelor's degree in a business-related field or equivalent experience in Property & Casualty claims handling. Applicants must also possess the ability to obtain and maintain required insurance licensing, minimum 4 years of successful performance in a Claims position, appraisal experience, knowledge of heavy truck and industrial equipment, proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, and an unquestioned ability to retain confidential business information.
Skills
The ideal candidate should demonstrate the ability to objectively appraise heavy truck, trailer and heavy equipment claims, set reserves and make payments, control and direct appraisals, review accuracy of appraisals and total loss evaluations, act as a liaison with independent appraisers, complete field appraisals, use computerized estimating and other resources, consult with outside experts, negotiate with repair shops, policyholders, claimants and/or their counsel, and serve as a resource and trainer regarding material damage topics.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, pension, 401(k), and paid volunteer time. We also provide opportunities for gift matching to encourage community engagement.