Auto Property Damage Claims Estimator

AssuranceAmerica; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AssuranceAmerica is looking for a skilled Material Damage Appraiser to join our Claims team in Tampa. You will review auto property damage estimates, negotiate with body shops, and ensure fair costs while maintaining strong relationships with shops.

The role requires independent work, attention to compliance, and ongoing adoption of new repair techniques to support timely resolutions and accurate totals.

Qualifications

• 5 years of P&C insurance background with at least 3 years of appraisal experience.
• Significant knowledge of repair and total loss techniques and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct appraisals from photos and assess/ negotiate repairs with body shops.
• Develop and maintain relationships with body shops.
• Document estimate summaries in the claims system.
• Redline and adjust estimates accordingly.
• Ensure prompt and timely estimate resolution per guidelines.
• Evaluate totaled vehicles per company guidelines.
• Handle special projects as needed.
• Adhere to compliance training to meet laws.
• Keep up with new repair techniques and industry innovations.
• Hold and maintain required licenses.

Skills

P&C insurance

Property claims appraisal

Negotiation

Estimate review

Body shop relations

Independent work

Education

Undergraduate Degree

Job description

AssuranceAmerica is looking for a skilled Material Damage Appraiser to join our Claims team in Tampa. You will review auto property damage estimates, negotiate with body shops, and ensure fair costs while maintaining strong relationships with shops.

The role requires independent work, attention to compliance, and ongoing adoption of new repair techniques to support timely resolutions and accurate totals.