Claims Appraiser – Auto Estimatics

State Farm

. Collect vehicle information from repair shops or customers .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $69,399 - $91,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in auto collision repair and damage estimating, with strong customer service and communication skills to effectively guide clients through the claims process. Proficient in using automated estimating systems and evaluating vehicle damage while maintaining accountability and resourcefulness.

Highest-signal resume keywords

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

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Hard Skills

Vehicle Damage EvaluationRepair Estimate PreparationTechnical Support for ClaimsMarket Value AssessmentPhoto Documentation Analysis

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingDecision-MakingStrong Communication SkillsAccountabilityResourcefulness

Tools & Technologies

Automated Estimating SystemsMobile Office/Vehicle

Certifications & Qualifications

Motor Vehicle Physical Damage Appraiser LicenseI-CAR Platinum Certification

Industry Keywords

Claims ProcessInsurance AppraisalRepair ShopsCustomer InquiriesPhysical Agility

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collect vehicle information from repair shops or customers
Complete initial and supplemental estimates using photos or in-person inspections
Meet insureds, explain coverage, estimate vehicle damage, and guide them through the claims process
Use 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
Interact with parties who may express strong emotions or concerns about inspections or claim resolutions
Work from home on virtual estimates and use a mobile office/vehicle for in-person appointments
Work outside the assigned territory when business needs require

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
Must reside within a commutable distance of the Los Angeles territory
Ability and willingness to work flexible shifts, overtime, and irregular hours as needed
Successful completion of required training, applicable proficiency and licensing exams, Motor Vehicle Record checks, and background checks
Motor Vehicle Physical Damage Appraiser License preferred
CCC One and/or Mitchell knowledge preferred
I-CAR Platinum Certification preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual raise and bonus
Potential yearly incentive pay up to 15% of base salary
Health and wellbeing programs
State Farm pays most of healthcare premiums
Multiple healthcare plan options, including a high deductible plan
In-network preventive care covered at 100%
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
State Farm Federal Credit Union savings and financing options
Generous time off policies, initially 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
Remote-field work arrangement, including work from home and use of a mobile office/vehicle