Auto Collision Appraiser — High‑Energy Shop, Growth Path

BALISE AUTO SALES INC; Crompton (RI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, life and disability

401(k) with company match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid Time-Off

Job summary

BALISE AUTO SALES INC is seeking a Collision Appraiser in West Warwick, RI. The role focuses on analyzing vehicle damage, estimating repairs, and preparing insurance forms. You will review costs with the team and maintain open communication with customers and vendors.

Requirements include an appraisal license, 3–5 years in auto physical damage appraisals, and familiarity with insurance processes. I-CAR/CCC pathways are valued, with bilingual abilities a plus.

Qualifications

• Appraisal license is required.
• 3–5 years of experience in handling auto physical damage appraisals.
• Collision Center experience and/or familiarity with the field adjusters/insurance industries.
• CCC Pathways and/or other electronic appraisal formats required.
• I-CAR certification preferred, but not required.
• Good organizational, written and verbal communication skills.
• Bi-lingual preferred, but not required.
• High Energy, busy shop.
• Excellent customer service skills and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze damage: Examine the vehicle for any type of damage to the body, structure, mechanicals, electrical, or interior.
• Estimate repairs: Use repair manuals and knowledge to estimate parts and labor costs.
• Review: Work with team to agree on repair costs and final review of the damage.
• Prepare forms: Create insurance forms including the details of the repair cost estimates and additional recommendations.
• Communicate: Work with colleagues, customers, and vendors to ensure an efficient experience with open communication.

Skills

Appraisal license

Auto damage appraisals

CCC Pathways

I-CAR certification

Communication skills

Bi-lingual

High energy

Customer service

Tools

CCC Pathways

Job description

BALISE AUTO SALES INC is seeking a Collision Appraiser in West Warwick, RI. The role focuses on analyzing vehicle damage, estimating repairs, and preparing insurance forms. You will review costs with the team and maintain open communication with customers and vendors.

Requirements include an appraisal license, 3–5 years in auto physical damage appraisals, and familiarity with insurance processes. I-CAR/CCC pathways are valued, with bilingual abilities a plus.