Claims Appraiser – Auto Estimatics

State Farm

. Collect vehicle information from repair shops or customers .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeOrange • Connecticut • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $78,862 - $102,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in auto collision repair and damage estimating, providing exceptional customer service while guiding clients through the claims process. Proficient in utilizing automated estimating systems and evaluating vehicle damage with a strong focus on communication and critical thinking.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Auto Collision Repair ExperienceAuto Damage EstimatingCustomer Service ExcellenceCCC One KnowledgeI-CAR Platinum Certification

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Hard Skills

Vehicle Damage EvaluationRepair Estimate PreparationTechnical Support for Claim HandlersMulti-Tasking Across Technical PlatformsPhoto Documentation Analysis

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingDecision-MakingStrong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationAccountability

Tools & Technologies

Automated Estimating SystemsMobile Office/Vehicle

Certifications & Qualifications

Motor Vehicle Physical Damage Appraiser LicenseI-CAR Platinum Certification

Industry Keywords

Claims ProcessMarket Value KnowledgeRepairability FactorsCustomer InteractionEmotional Sensitivity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collect vehicle information from repair shops or customers
Complete initial and supplemental estimates via photos or in person
Meet with insureds and serve as a first point of contact
Explain coverage and estimate vehicle damage
Guide customers through the claims process while providing Remarkable® service
Utilize automated estimating systems to prepare repair estimates
Provide technical support to claim handlers on vehicle repair issues
Apply knowledge of market value and factors affecting reparability
Evaluate bid content, photo documentation, vehicle damage, and causation issues
Answer inbound calls and make outbound calls to customers and repair shops
Provide exceptional customer service and address inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally
Interact with parties who express strong emotions or concerns about inspections or claim resolutions
Flex between virtual estimates from home and in-person appointments using a mobile office/vehicle
Work outside the assigned territory when business needs dictate

Requirements

What you’ll need

Auto collision repair, auto damage estimating, and/or auto insurance appraiser experience
Excellent customer service, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to multi-task across technical platforms
Accountability and resourcefulness
Physical agility for stooping, bending, and some physical lifting to evaluate vehicle damage and create repair estimates
Valid driver's license required
Successful completion of required training, applicable proficiency and licensing exams, Motor Vehicle Record checks, and background checks
Preferred: Motor Vehicle Physical Damage Appraiser License
Preferred: CCC One and/or Mitchell knowledge
Preferred: I-CAR Platinum Certification
Ability and willingness to work flexible shifts, overtime, and irregular hours as needed
Competitive candidates should reside within a commutable distance of Orange, Connecticut

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential yearly incentive pay up to 15% of base salary
Annual raise and bonus
State Farm pays most of healthcare premiums
Multiple healthcare plan options, including a high deductible plan
100% coverage for in-network preventative care on all medical plans
Vision, dental, telemedicine, 24/7 mental health professionals
Industry-leading training programs
Tuition assistance programs
Employee resource groups
Mentoring
Fertility/IVF/adoption assistance
College coaching
National discount programs
Interactive monthly financial workshops
Free financial coaching
Savings account and financing through State Farm Federal Credit Union
Initially earn up to 20 days annually
Parental leave
Paid holidays
Celebration day
Life leave (40 hours/year)
Bereavement leave
Community service/education support days
Matching Gift Program
Good Neighbor Grant Program
Employee Assistance Fund
Free financial advisors
401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of salary