Job: Auto Appraiser ?? Cars/Light Trucks

Jobing Description

On an as needed basis appraises cars, light truck or similar vehicle losses providing accurate cost factors to include:
* Damage verification
* Repair costs
* Replacement value
* Salvage value
Analyzes and identifies cause and origin of various types of losses.

Responsibilities:

* Examines damaged vehicles to determine total repair costs.
* Utilizes standard automotive labor and parts databases or manuals to determine replacement costs.
* Evaluates salvage value for total losses.
* Interprets client ??s special instructions to accurately handle claims.
* Negotiates charges with repair facilities for replacement costs and labor.
* Prepares reports/documents as required.
* Records case time/billings.

Education:

* High school and/or vocational school graduate.
* Technical training/certifications in automotive repair is desirable.
Knowledge and Skills:

* In-depth working knowledge of various types of vehicle construction and repair techniques.
* Ability to read and interpret technical reference material.
* Good verbal and written communication skills.
* Strong Personal Computer skills with the ability to learn automated appraisal system.
Experience:

* Minimum 2 years experience in auto repair or body shop.

Other Qualifications/Requirements:

* Must have a valid drivers ?? license and reliable transportation.
* Must have a computer with an estimating software package installed (Mithchell, Penpro or Pathways).
* Must have a digital camera.
* Licensing as required by local jurisdiction is desired.
* Candidates for this position must have clear results on a criminal background check, a nine panel drug screen and a driving record check.
* Candidates will be required to sign a non-exclusive contract describing the nature of the work and the compensation paid for providing this service to our clients.