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Field Property Claims Adjuster-Milwaukee, WI
Field Property Claims Adjuster-Milwaukee, WIFarmers • Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Field Property Claims Adjuster-Milwaukee, WI

Field Property Claims Adjuster-Milwaukee, WI

Farmers • Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
13 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

We are Farmers!

We are more than just your favorite commercials. At Farmers we strive to deliver peace of mind to our customers by providing protection and comprehensive advice and delivering in the moments of truth. That means having people who can help us meet changing customer and business needs. Farmers high-performance culture is focused on results and the people who achieve them. We hold ourselves and others accountable for sustainably growing the business and each other. We seek solutions own our actions and grow through discomfort. We see setbacks as opportunities while continuously asking ourselves how we impact our customers.

Farmers is an award winning equal opportunity employer committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce. We are dedicated to supporting the well-being of our people through our extensive suite of benefits as well as the well-being of the communities we serve through employee volunteer programs and nonprofit partnerships. Helping others in their time of need isnt just our business its our culture! To learn more about our high-performance culture and open opportunities check out be sure to follow us on Instagram LinkedIn and TikTok.

Workplace : Remote ( #LI-Remote )

The candidate for this position must live in the Milwaukee WI area.

If you are looking for the following in your next career move :

  • Paid training through the award winning and industry leading University of Farmers.
  • Flexibility and independence to work outside the confines of a desk job.
  • Total Rewards benefits package 401K and a competitive starting salary.
  • Rapid growth potential and management opportunities for success-oriented people through education mentorship programs and inspirational leadership at a company you can be proud of.

Our Field Property Claims Adjusters will :

  • Conduct field based investigations byvisiting policyholders homes to investigate property damage.
  • Use claims handling software a company car and laptop to determine claims related damage and write estimates in a paperless environment
  • Represents the Company from a public relations standpoint and must conduct oneself as a member of Management at all times.
  • Use strong customer service skills to negotiate with policyholders to settle the claim.
  • Travel maybe required for mini CAT duty.
  • If you have the following :

  • High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelors Degree preferred.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills.
  • Eagerness to learn about insurance policiesand property damage from the inside out toidentify how coverage applies to a particular loss.
  • Outgoing personality that would enjoy interacting with a wide variety of people including policyholders claimants agents witnesses and fraud investigators.
  • Valid drivers candidates will also be subject to a Motor Vehicle Record background check because the position may include a company vehicle.
  • Able to adapt to ever changing technology.
  • Job Summary

    Investigates determines liability confirms coverage establishes damages and negotiates settlement of claims. Will also be required to maintain an active adjusters license in states where required.

    Essential Job Functions

  • Investigates confirms coverage determines liability establishes damages reports status and negotiates the settlement of assigned cases (has authority to make payment of assigned claims within prescribed limits). Adjusts all types of claims. Inspects damaged property and determines claims related damage. Estimates the cost of repair or replacement of damaged or stolen property . Determines and reports on subrogation potential.
  • Initiates the sale of salvage personal property and miscellaneous salvage items. Reports theft fraud and arson losses as required to state and industry agencies.
  • Performs most duties on an individual basis and work has a direct bearing on Management results. Represents the Company from a public relations standpoint and must conduct oneself as a member of Management at all times.
  • Personal contacts are a major part of activity and include policyholders claimants agents witnesses repair facilities contractors police and fire departments state and county fraud and arson personnel special investigators attorneys expert witnesses members of the medical profession and all other persons incident to the investigation and processing of claims.
  • Employees assigned to the Catastrophe team will be required to travel away from their residence for a specified period of time usually consisting of 23 days. Promotes safety at all times and complies with safety / ergonomic standards as outlined in relevant company published manuals. Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Physical Actions

    Job is performed in-person at a Farmers office or virtually at an approved alternative work location. Job may include work performed at field office settings the physical work environment is indoors and climate-controlled with adequate lighting and ventilation. Normal and customary distractions include background noise produced by office equipment and chatter among people as well as interruptions. At field locations the physical work environment varies. While field work may be performed indoors it is often perfomed outdoors and includes exposure to weather elements. Other potential exposures include hazardous materials and unstable structures. Normal and customary distractions include noise produced by environmental factors and chatter among people as well as interruptions. Frequently stands or moves about the workplace for prolonged periods of time up to a full shift. Frequently navigates stairs ramps and level or uneven surfaces. Regularly climbs ladders or navigates elevated surfaces as determined by the duties being performed. Occasionally sits for limited periods of time as determined by the duties being performed. Frequently moves pushes pulls lifts carries and places objects or materials weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance. Frequently uses shoulders arms hands and fingers to manipulate equipment tools and objects necessary to perform job duties. Occasionally performs fine motor tasks such as typing mousing or writing. Frequently performs movements such as bending stooping crouching kneeling twisting crawling and reaching overhead or below the knees. Possesses clear vision with or without correction to visually read and verify information. Relies on depth perception and peripheral vision to navigate the work environment visually by identifying barriers changes in terrain and locating objects. Possesses adequate hearing with or without correction to communicate with co-workers resp ond promptly to auditory signals or alarms and discern sounds essential for maintaining safety and productivity in the workplace. Jobs in this category may require regular travel between Farmers offices alternative work locations and / or field locations.

    Education Requirements

    High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelors degree preferred.

    Special Skill Requirement

    Communication Personal Computer Literate Valid drivers license Bondable

    Benefits

  • Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience qualifications and location.
  • Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
  • 401(k)
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Assistance
  • For more information review What we offer on Location(s) : US - WI - Milwaukee

    Anticipated application deadline : At Farmers the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

    Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law. Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033 Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.

    It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

    Farmers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employer / employee relations based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender expression genetic information national origin age disability marital status military and veterans status or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

    Want to learn more about our culture & opportunitiesCheck out be sure to follow us onInstagramLinkedIn and TikTok.

    Spokane WA only : Residents who prefer not to provide their address click here to submit your resume via email :

    Key Skills

    Load & Unload,Organizational skills,Financial Concepts,Fraud,Math,Mediation Experience,Pricing,Conflict Management,Workers' Compensation Law,Medicare,negotiation,Workers' Compensation

    Employment Type : Full Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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