Field Auto Appraiser - Estimates & Negotiations

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Inc.; Texas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Inc. is seeking a Staff Field Auto Appraiser to manage field assignments for corporate fleets and clients, focusing on auto claims. The role covers travel across multiple locations, appraising vehicles, and communicating cost of repairs to clients and shops.

Responsibilities include scheduling, writing estimates, negotiating prices, and ensuring accurate teardown and labor operations. A valid license and reliable transportation for local travel are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (but not required). Licenses as required, as needed. Professional certifications as applicable to line-of-business preferred.
• Four (4) years of insurance or body shop experience required.
• Good technical knowledge of auto appraisals; knowledge of client operations and labor regulations.
• Excellent oral and written communication; PC literate including Microsoft Office; strong negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Set appointments same day, inspect within 24 hours and write estimate car side.
• Write 6 to 10 estimates per day depending on location.
• Assess repairs, determine labor operations and repair time allotments.
• Review supplement requests; explain cost of repair and claims process to customers.
• Negotiate advanced fees for tow, tear down, and storage for total loss cases.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Organization

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Licenses as required

Tools

CCC One

Job description

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Inc. is seeking a Staff Field Auto Appraiser to manage field assignments for corporate fleets and clients, focusing on auto claims. The role covers travel across multiple locations, appraising vehicles, and communicating cost of repairs to clients and shops.

Responsibilities include scheduling, writing estimates, negotiating prices, and ensuring accurate teardown and labor operations. A valid license and reliable transportation for local travel are required.