Heavy Equipment Appraiser - Claims & Repair Expert

Sedgwick; Clayton (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sedgwick is seeking a Heavy Equipment/Specialty Desk Appraiser in Clayton, NM. You will evaluate damage and prepare repair estimates for heavy equipment and specialty vehicles involved in insurance claims, collaborating with repair facilities to ensure timely resolutions.

Three years of experience, including at least one year with heavy equipment, are required, along with strong appraisal software knowledge and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience or equivalent combination required, including at least one year of heavy equipment experience.
• Strong knowledge of operating heavy equipment and ability to use appraisal software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review photos, documentation, and claim materials to assess damage.
• Prepare detailed repair estimates using approved industry-standard software.
• Evaluate repair vs. replace decisions and determine parts usage.
• Assess whether vehicles are repairable or salvageable.
• Collaborate with repair facilities to process supplements and update estimates.
• Negotiate scope of repairs and pricing with repair facilities.

Skills

Heavy equipment knowledge

Appraisal software

Oral & written communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Sedgwick is seeking a Heavy Equipment/Specialty Desk Appraiser in Clayton, NM. You will evaluate damage and prepare repair estimates for heavy equipment and specialty vehicles involved in insurance claims, collaborating with repair facilities to ensure timely resolutions.

Three years of experience, including at least one year with heavy equipment, are required, along with strong appraisal software knowledge and excellent communication skills.