Appraiser

• Investigate and evaluate moderately complex heavy equipment/truck damage claims and losses
• Review loss notices and policies to verify coverage, deductibles, loss payees/mortgagees, and coverage periods
• Evaluate repair shop and independent appraiser estimates for accuracy
• Evaluate photos for damage consistency and prior unrelated damage
• Evaluate vehicle values and repair costs to determine repairability versus total loss
• Perform field inspections and prepare physical damage estimates
• Resolve coverage, liability, and claim valuation questions
• Negotiate, settle, and resolve moderately complex claims and losses
• Set adequate reserves to cover exposure
• Prepare damage estimates using electronic estimating software or manual calculations
• Negotiate claim settlements with insureds, claimants, and attorneys
• Negotiate agreed repair prices with repair facilities
• Issue payments within check authority
• Respond to questions from insureds, claimants, and agents
• Provide guidance to the claims team on complex repairs, total losses, and heavy equipment damage

Appraiser jobs in Iowa

Physical Damage Appraiser II – Heavy Equipment