Commercial Physical Damage Field Adjuster

Geico; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

GEICO seeks a highly motivated Commercial Physical Damage Adjuster to inspect, estimate, and settle commercial claims across various locations. The role involves remote work and field assignments, including repair shops, customers' sites, or virtual estimating.

The position starts with an industry-leading training program at our Ashburn, VA facility, equipping you with tools and know-how to manage complex commercial losses.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in Commercial Physical Damage Claims Appraising.
• Valid driver’s license and state certifications.
• Willingness to work remotely and in the field.
• Strong computer, mechanical aptitude, and multi-tasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect commercial damage and estimate repairs.
• Prepare total loss evaluations and negotiate settlements.
• Issue payments and provide customer service.
• Serve commercial claims for contractor vehicles and heavy equipment.

Skills

Claims appraisal

Driver's license

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Why Join GEICO?At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities.Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive on relentless innovation to exceed our customers' expectations while making a real impact on local communities nationwide.Founded in 1936, GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States. When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported, and proud to work here. That's why we offer the GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards, and Great Careers.Commercial Physical Damage Field AdjusterSalary: $37.65 - $64.10 per hour / $75,850 - $129,150 annually - commensurate based on abilities, skills, experience and location** This post is open to candidates located in: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Orlando, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Indianapolis, Philadelphia, CharlestonWe are looking for a highly motivated and service-oriented individual to join our Commercial Physical Damage Adjuster team. As an ambassador for GEICO's renowned customer service, you will work in a dynamic environment that may include repair shops, salvage yards, a customer's home or in a virtual estimating environment. You will be responsible for inspecting commercial damage, estimating cost of repairs, preparing total loss evaluations, negotiating settlements, issuing payments, and providing excellent customer service. This position primarily will include servicing commercial claims such as contractor vehicles, heavy equipment, such as semi-trucks, and other specialty claims.Our industry-leading, paid training, which includes 2-weeks of required hands-on experience at our Ashburn, VA training facility will teach you the ins and outs of commercial physical damage adjusting. We will provide the resources and training so you can directly assist our customers after accidents or major disasters. We're looking for those who are equally as motivated as they are compassionate. Your unique skillset, along with the latest adjusting tools and tech, will help you.Qualifications & Skills:2 years experience in Commercial Physical Damage Claims AppraisingMust attain and maintain the required licenses issued by state insurance departmentsValid driver’s license (must meet company underwriting guidelines for at least the past 3 consecutive years) and the ability to maintain applicable state and federal certifications and permitsWill require you to work remotely and in the fieldStrong computer, mechanical aptitude, and multi-tasking skillsEffective attention to detail and decision-making skillsAbility to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, and willingness to expand on these abilitiesMinimum of high school diploma or equivalent, college degree or currently pursuing preferred#LI-MM1Annual Salary$32.05 - $64.10The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.The GEICO Pledge:Great Company: Protecting customers through life’s twists and turns with innovation and integrity.Great Careers: Personalized development programs, mentorship, and certification assistance.Great Culture: Inclusive and collaborative culture rooted in shared success.Great Rewards: Competitive pay, benefits, and flexibility to support your well-being and future.The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.