Farm Bureau Financial Services · 17 hours ago
Physical Damage Appraiser (Auto Appraiser)
Kansas City, KS, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expFarm Bureau Financial Services is committed to making insurance simple for their clients. The Physical Damage Appraiser will facilitate the settlement of material damage claims by assessing the fair market value of damaged vehicles and maintaining relationships with local collision centers and salvage yards.
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Responsibilities
Facilitating an efficient settlement of material damage claims by determining the fair market value to repair damaged motor vehicles, campers, motorcycles, trailers, and boats utilizing CCC estimating and valuation software
Examining damaged vehicles that could be located at numerous locations, such as tow yards, collision centers and customer’s residence or workplace
Ensuring effective departmental operations by maintaining a positive relationship with local collision centers, salvage yards, and car dealers
Reviewing our Preferred Auto Repair Shop (PARS) estimates and completing PARS re-inspections as needed
Ensuring that all estimates are computer audited to reach an agreed price with our customer’s shop of choice
Assisting in ensuring efficient operations during natural disasters by resolving claims during storms
Qualification
Required
Two-year Auto Body degree plus at least two years auto body experience is preferred
Must be able to fully appraise all aspects of vehicle damage
Strong computer skills are required in order to quickly learn our multiple systems
Some travel is required (occasionally some overnight stays)
A valid driver's license and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Records are required
Must be able to work under all kinds of weather conditions and must be able to climb a ladder to inspect recreational vehicles
Must keep current with existing and pending claims precedents and legislation
Completion of Associate in Claims (AIC) exams 30, 39, and 40 is required within two years
Benefits
Enhanced 401K with a match
Low cost health, dental, and vision benefits
Life and disability insurance options
Paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time
Company car
Cell phone
Company
Farm Bureau Financial Services
Farm Bureau is a insurance company.
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Ron Mead, CPCU, LLIF, MBA
Chief Operating Officer
Becky Elming
Talent Acquisition Partner
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