Auto Physical Damage Appraiser

Welcome to Unitrin Specialty, a division of Unitrin, Inc., one of the nations largest financial organizations. Unitrin Specialty is headquartered in Dallas, Texas with offices in Los Angeles, California and Salem, Oregon. Unitrin Specialty writes two lines of insurance: Private Passenger Automobile, and Commercial Auto Insurance. Unitrin Specialty writes business exclusively through 8,000 Independent agents in 23 states. Unitrin Specialty is committed to excellence. We believe that great people build great companies. If you want to be part of a very special team, we're looking for dedicated players who want a place to grow, a place to learn and a place where they will have fun as well. Unitrin Specialty offers Medical and Dental Benefits, 401K, Training Programs, On-site fitness facility, and Business Casual Dress. Equal Opportunity Employer. Auto Physical Damage Appraiser We are currently looking for an Auto Physical Damage Appraiser for the Stockton/Modesto Territory.  This will be a remote location position working from home.  A company car, laptop computer, cell phone, and other required equipment will be provided. Auto Physical Damage AppraiserJob Responsibilities: Appraises and invesitgates damages as reported by customers.  Receives appraisal assignments in an electronic fashion.  Responsible for contacting the customer and setting an appointment to complete the appraisal.  Reviews, explains, and negotiates completed damage estimates with customers and shops.  Issues payment payments on appropriate claims.  Documents claims system and communicates with inside adjusters.Knowledge & SkillsThis level of knowledge is generally acquired through a college degree or equivalent work experience Requires a preferred minimum of 3 years experience related to auto damage appraisal. Experience creating auto damage appraisals with an emphasis on auto body repair and refinishing is a must. Additional experience related to the repair of mechanical, frame, suspension and other related automotive components are of added benefit. ASE (Automotive Service Excellence)and/or ICAR (Interindustry Conference on Automotive Industry Repair) certifications preferred. Experience creating computerized appraisals on approved software is required. Experience creating damage appraisals related to damage sustained by watercraft, motorcycles, heavy equipment, commercial vehicles and all other property types other than family auto or truck. Interpersonal skills must be adequate to effectively negotiate fair and equitable settlements of all amounts required to restore the damaged property to its pre-accident condition pursuant to all recognized industry and company standards.  Excellent time management skills.Please submit resume with salary requirements.  Resume submission is the first step of the application process. Completing and submitting an application is also required for further consideration. Unitrin Specialty HR department will contact qualified candidates selected for testing and interviews.