Auto Damage Claims Adjuster- Trainee
Progressive Insurance, Vermont, WI, United States
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auto damage claims adjuster - trainee is a training position for those who aspire to move into the auto damage claims adjuster role. As an associate, you’ll complete training designed to prepare you to complete vehicle damage estimates and/or oversee the quality of repair facilities. You’ll also complete vehicle inspections, write estimates, determine total loss evaluations, and set clear expectations and timelines. Upon successful completion of training, the auto damage trainee role will prepare you for career advancement toward an auto damage claims adjuster role.
This is a field position with access to a company car and frequent driving within your assigned geographical area. We assess our workload collectively, which means you may cover assignments outside your geographical area. You may also be required to report into an office occasionally.
Duties And Responsibilities
Negotiate repair process with body shops
Document information related to the claim and make decisions consistent with claims standards and local laws
Evaluate and handle claim payments and resolution of claims without payments
Must-have Qualifications
Three years of relevant work experience
{OR} Associate's degree and a minimum of two years relevant work experience
{OR} Bachelor's degree
Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and compliance with Progressive’s driving standards and/or policies
Territory
This position covers the geographical territory of Burlington, Vermont and surrounding areas. We assess our workload collectively, which means you may cover assignments outside of your geographical area as well.
Compensation
$58,100/year - $62,400/year
Gainshare annual cash incentive payment up to 16% of your eligible earnings based on company performance
Benefits
401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%
Medical, dental & vision, including free preventative care
Wellness & mental health programs
Health care flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, & life insurance
Paid time off, including volunteer time off
Paid & unpaid sick leave where applicable, as well as short & long-term disability
Parental & family leave; military leave & pay
Diverse, inclusive & welcoming culture with Employee Resource Groups
Career development & tuition assistance
Physical Requirements And Working Conditions
Individual will work in the field, office, body shop, network shop, or service center environment and at time be expected to lift, bend stretch, walk, crouch, twist and/or lay on floor.
Exposure to fumes, dust and odors from chemicals/solvents typically found in body shops
May require prolonged repetitive use of the upper extremities.
Must be able to move and/or lift 20 lbs.
Involves standing and walking around the room to monitor work (e.g., training).
Requires long periods of standing (e.g., mailroom).
Involves frequent driving.
Required to climb, balance, stoop, crouch and crawl.
May require long periods of sitting
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without the need or potential need, of current or future sponsorship for employment. Progressive does not hire candidates with (e.g., F-1 CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT, H-1B, O-1, E-3, TN) statuses for this role.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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auto damage claims adjuster - trainee is a training position for those who aspire to move into the auto damage claims adjuster role. As an associate, you’ll complete training designed to prepare you to complete vehicle damage estimates and/or oversee the quality of repair facilities. You’ll also complete vehicle inspections, write estimates, determine total loss evaluations, and set clear expectations and timelines. Upon successful completion of training, the auto damage trainee role will prepare you for career advancement toward an auto damage claims adjuster role.
This is a field position with access to a company car and frequent driving within your assigned geographical area. We assess our workload collectively, which means you may cover assignments outside your geographical area. You may also be required to report into an office occasionally.
Duties And Responsibilities
Negotiate repair process with body shops
Document information related to the claim and make decisions consistent with claims standards and local laws
Evaluate and handle claim payments and resolution of claims without payments
Must-have Qualifications
Three years of relevant work experience
{OR} Associate's degree and a minimum of two years relevant work experience
{OR} Bachelor's degree
Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and compliance with Progressive’s driving standards and/or policies
Territory
This position covers the geographical territory of Burlington, Vermont and surrounding areas. We assess our workload collectively, which means you may cover assignments outside of your geographical area as well.
Compensation
$58,100/year - $62,400/year
Gainshare annual cash incentive payment up to 16% of your eligible earnings based on company performance
Benefits
401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%
Medical, dental & vision, including free preventative care
Wellness & mental health programs
Health care flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, & life insurance
Paid time off, including volunteer time off
Paid & unpaid sick leave where applicable, as well as short & long-term disability
Parental & family leave; military leave & pay
Diverse, inclusive & welcoming culture with Employee Resource Groups
Career development & tuition assistance
Physical Requirements And Working Conditions
Individual will work in the field, office, body shop, network shop, or service center environment and at time be expected to lift, bend stretch, walk, crouch, twist and/or lay on floor.
Exposure to fumes, dust and odors from chemicals/solvents typically found in body shops
May require prolonged repetitive use of the upper extremities.
Must be able to move and/or lift 20 lbs.
Involves standing and walking around the room to monitor work (e.g., training).
Requires long periods of standing (e.g., mailroom).
Involves frequent driving.
Required to climb, balance, stoop, crouch and crawl.
May require long periods of sitting
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without the need or potential need, of current or future sponsorship for employment. Progressive does not hire candidates with (e.g., F-1 CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT, H-1B, O-1, E-3, TN) statuses for this role.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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