Senior Field Property Claims Adjuster - Greater Portland OR

Senior Field Property Claims Adjuster

We are Farmers! We are more than just your favorite commercials. We are a passionate, award winning, equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of a diverse 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 isn't just our business - it's our culture! We are Farmers!

Do you thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy the challenge of a position where no two days are alike? We are looking for positive, high-energy professionals who are not just looking for a job, but a meaningful career!

We are looking for customer service-focused individuals to build a rewarding long-term career with us as a Senior Field Property Claims Adjuster! Applicants who wish to be considered for this role must reside in the Greater Portland Oregon Area! The starting pay for this position is $59,000 based on property claims adjusting experience.

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.

Then Farmers Insurance is the place for you!

Our Field Property Claims Adjusters will:

• Conduct virtual and field-based investigations by visiting policyholders' homes to investigate property damage.
• Use claims handling software, a company car, and a laptop to determine claims-related damage and write estimates in a paperless environment
• Represent 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.

If you have the following:

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Outside insurance education (CPCU, GCA) preferred.
• A minimum of one year of prior claims or two years of Construction or related industry or Insurance experience.
• Excellent communication skills - both oral and written.
• Computer skills - MS Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Proficiency with smartphones and applications.
• Eagerness to learn about insurance policies and property damage from the inside out to identify 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 driver's license. Final candidates will also be subject to a Motor Vehicle Record background check as this position may include a company vehicle.
• Excellent Customer service experience, preferably in a retail environment
• Construction or Insurance experience is highly desirable and preferred

Candidate qualifications may be reviewed against the requirements for the associated levels of this position's core function.

Candidates must be willing and able to:

• Inspect roofs and small, confined spaces that have been damaged.
• Achieve a minimum passing score on all claims training exams.

Physical Actions:

• Bending, Kneeling, Pulling, Pushing, Sorting, Carrying up to 50 lbs., Climbing, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Seeing
• Speaking (English), Reading (English), Writing (English), & Key entering

Physical Environment:

Required job duties are normally performed in a climate-controlled office environment, but with exposure to some or all of the following environments when in the field: Uncontrolled outside environmental conditions, Excessive noise levels, Chemicals Chemical/Biological conditions, Moving mechanical parts, Areas considered dangerous, Conditions which could affect the respiratory system or skin such as: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, oils, smoke, soot, or poor ventilation.

Bilingual (Spanish and English) candidates will be eligible to earn additional multilingual pay!

Total Rewards Benefits Package

• 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

Job Location(s): US - OR - Prtld-10200Gnbg, US - OR - Remote, US - OR - Portland, US - OR - Prtld-Holladay, US - OR - Prtld-Macadam, US - OR - Prtld-SW5th Ave, US - OR - Prtld-SWColumba, US - OR - Prtld-Sequoia

Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate