Field Auto Appraiser – Catastrophic Loss

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Conduct inspections, identify issues, and assess vehicles involved in a loss.

• Evaluate and appraise repair costs for damaged vehicles in the field.

• Decide between repair or replacement, and assess parts usage.

• Determine the repairability or salvageability of vehicles using industry-standard estimating software.

• Travel to various inspection sites to evaluate vehicles in the field.

• Generate estimates utilizing estimating software.

• Collaborate directly with auto repair shops to process supplemental repairs and provide additional estimates.

• Execute other assigned tasks as needed.

• Travel as necessary.

• Potentially be deployed to support catastrophe operations, especially during peak summer months.

• During non-CAT periods, oversee daily appraisal workload within the designated home territory.

• Effectively manage workloads through time management, independence, and adherence to productivity and quality standards.

⛳️ Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED is required.

• Licenses as mandated by state regulations.

• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience, including at least one (1) year in appraisal, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

• Strong understanding of automobiles.

• Capability to comprehend and utilize appraisal software.

• Proficient in PC usage, including Microsoft Office applications.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Strong interpersonal abilities.

• Exceptional negotiation skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting.

• Capability to meet or surpass Performance Competencies.

• Must be able to stand and/or walk for extended durations.

• Must be able to kneel, squat, bend, climb, crawl, stoop, and reach or work overhead.

• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, both hot and cold.

• Ability to lift or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to push or pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds.

• Ability to drive for up to 4 hours each day.

• Continuous use of manual dexterity is required.

• Ability to manage work-related stress and handle multiple priorities.

• Ability to meet deadlines.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• 401(k) plan with matching contributions.

• Paid Time Off (PTO).

• Disability insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Employee assistance programs.

• Flexible spending or health savings accounts.

• Additional voluntary benefits.

• Emphasis on work-life balance.

• Reasonable accommodations provided when applicable and appropriate.