1099 Field Adjuster - Los Angeles, CA

Ccms-; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ccms- is seeking a 1099 Residential or Commercial Field Adjuster in Los Angeles, CA. The role involves performing field inspections, utilizing Xactimate, and managing claim investigations with a focus on quality and timely reporting.

Required include at least 1 year of first-party adjuster experience, proficiency with Xactimate, and strong communication and time-management skills. Candidates should be prepared for field work and background checks where applicable.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year first-party commercial and/or residential property adjusting experience.
• Experience with Xactimate and ability to use standard loss documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform residential and commercial field property inspections using Xactimate.
• Investigate claims by obtaining statements and interviewing relevant parties.
• Recommend claim reserves based on investigations and prepare supporting reports.
• Obtain and interpret official reports and review coverage forms for well-documented summaries.
• Ensure quality and compliance with established best practices.

Skills

Property insurance knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

Report writing

Tools

Xactimate

Microsoft Word

Job description

We are answering a call to action to expand our roster - join us as a 1099 Residential or Commercial Field Adjuster!

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year first-party commercial and/or residential property adjusting experience
• Maintain own current estimating software - Xactimate preferred (Cotality a plus)
• Working computer with internet access and Microsoft Word
• Strong time management and customer service skills
• Experience in preparing Statement of Loss, Proof of Loss, and denial letters

Responsibilities:

• Complete residential and commercial field property inspections utilizing Xactimate software
• Investigate claims by obtaining recorded statements from insureds, claimants, or witnesses and by interviewing fire, police, or other governmental officials as well as inspecting claimed damages
• Recommend claim reserves based on investigation, through well-supported reserve report
• Obtain and interpret official reports
• Review applicable coverage forms and endorsements, provide a thorough analysis of coverage and any coverage issues in a well-documented initial captioned report to the client
• Maintain acceptable product quality through compliance with established best practices

Knowledge and Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of property and liability insurance coverage and industry standards
• Ability to prepare full-captioned reports by collecting and summarizing required information
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Prompt, reliable, friendly, and professional

Preferred but Not Required:

• AIC, IICRC, HAAG or other professional designations

All candidates must pass a full background check (void in states where prohibited)