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Sedgwick lists this Field Auto Appraiser - Catastrophic Loss opportunity in madison, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
US Telecommuter
nFull time
nR78056
nBy joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.
nNewsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America’s Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies
nCertified as a Great Place to Work®
nFortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance
nField Auto Appraiser - Catastrophic Loss
nnCedar Rapids/Davenport, IA, Minneapolis, MN, St. Louis, MO, Kansas City, MO or Denver, CO
n nPRIMARY PURPOSE : To inspect, identify, and evaluate auto vehicles involved in a loss.
nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
nnnAppraises and determines costs of repairs to damaged vehicle in the field; determines repair versus replace and parts utilization.
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nnEvaluates and determines if the vehicle is repairable or salvageable based on industry standard estimatics software.
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nnTravels to inspection locations to appraise vehicles in the field.
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nnPrepares estimates using estimatics software.
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nnWorks directly with auto repair facilities to determinate supplemental repair processing and provides a supplemental estimate.
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n nADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
nnnPerforms other duties as assigned.
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nnTravels as required.
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nnCatastrophe Deployment & Ongoing Field Expectations Prior catastrophe (CAT) appraisal experience is a strong plus for this position. The role may require deployment in support of CAT operations, particularly during peak summer months. Deployments can involve extensive travel, extended work hours, and temporary relocation based on business needs. During non‑CAT periods, colleagues are expected to consistently manage daily appraisal volume within their assigned home territory , demonstrating strong time management, autonomy, and adherence to productivity and quality standards. Candidates located in or near Cedar Rapids/Davenport, IA, Minneapolis, MN, St. Louis, MO, Kansas City, MO or Denver, CO are especially beneficial, as these markets support sustained daily claim volume and require the ability to effectively manage workloads when not deployed for CAT events.
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n nQUALIFICATIONS
nEducation & Licensing
nHigh school diploma or GED required. Licenses as required by state guidelines.
nExperience
nTwo (2) years of related experience to include at least one (1) year of appraisal experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
nSkills & Knowledge
nnnStrong knowledge of automobiles
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nnAbility to understand and utilize appraisal software
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nnPC literate, including Microsoft Office products
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nnStrong organizational skills
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nnExcellent interpersonal skills
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nnExcellent negotiating skills
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nnAbility to work in a team environment
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nnAbility to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
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n nWORK ENVIRONMENT
nWhen applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
nMental : Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
nPhysical: Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time; must be able to kneel, squat, or bend; must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions; have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reach/work overhead; be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds; be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds; be able to drive up to 4 hours per day; and must have continual use of manual dexterity
nAuditory/Visual : Hearing, vision and talking
nThe statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
nAs required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $51,000-$75,000/Year. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits. Always accepting applications.
nSedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
nIf you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
nSedgwick is the world’s leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company’s expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see sedgwick.com
Worksite address
madison, WI, 53774, US
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