Auto Claims Representative (Property Damage)

The Commercial Auto Claims Adjuster will be responsible for evaluating and resolving all components of first and third-party auto claims. This position will require solid knowledge of auto claims adjusting practices, as well as the ability to deliver excellent customer service.

Berkshire Hathaway biBerk offers a collaborative company culture with outstanding benefits and competitive compensation. Our success is founded on our strong reputation, and we have received an A+ “Superior” grade by the leading independent insurance rating organization. Backed by our ultimate parent company, Berkshire Hathaway Inc., our brand is founded upon trust, service, and innovation. If you’re looking for an employer with integrity and flexibility, keep reading to learn about our benefits and job openings.

Job Responsibilities

The Auto Claims Adjuster is responsible for conducting claim investigations from remote office setting and adjusting commercial auto claims at an appropriately rapid but careful pace. The Adjuster is also responsible for, but not limited to: 

• Familiarity with Business Automobile policy coverage forms (Cargo forms a plus)
• Investigating losses

• identifying coverage issues and completing coverage question analysis
• Obtaining and reviewing estimates, reports and other evidence
• Handling First Party Damages (3 years plus)
• Handling Third Party Damages (3 years plus)
• Handling Repairable, Total Loss, Fire, Theft, Glass Only, Cargo, In-Tow, Trailer Interchange Claims (3 years plus)
• Handing non attorney represented and attorney represented claims
• Establishing damages and reserves
• Accurately evaluating claim valuation, setting reserves and seeking authority
• Processing payments
• Securing recorded statements from any and all parties to a loss
• Maintain claim file per established best claim practice guidelines
• Obtain and maintain all required state licenses

Qualifications

We are seeking candidates with the following:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong letter writing skills
• Strong organizational and computer skills
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize
• Self-motivator: works independently with minimal to moderate supervision
• Minimum 3 years Past experience handling property damage claims
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Possessing strong ability to understand and review policy documentation
• Ability to formulate action plans to resolve claims
• Ability to effectively present files in front of groups
• Ability to travel for company / claim related events if needed
• Strong organizational and communication skills

About Us

biBerk is where commercial insurance buyers can obtain coverage for their businesses from insurers of the Berkshire Hathaway group of Insurance Companies, one of the best capitalized insurance groups in the world. Our ultimate parent, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (berkshirehathaway.com) is a holding company with diversified interests in a host of industries, including insurance, energy, transportation and manufacturing. Most policies issued through biBerk.com will be underwritten by Berkshire Hathaway Direct Insurance Company ("BHDIC"), which is an AM Best rated A++ insurer.

BHDIC is domiciled in Omaha, Nebraska. BHDIC and the team at biBerk are focused on helping small business owners quickly and easily buy affordable insurance directly from a financially strong insurance company they can trust.

Some highlights of our benefits are:

• Great work environment with growth opportunity
• Subsidized downtown parking (for in-office positions)
• Competitive compensation
• Generous amounts of vacation and sick time
• Closed on major holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• A fantastic healthcare package
• Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of employment
• Service recognition after 5 years of employment

In accordance with pay transparency laws and regulations, the following good faith compensation range estimate is being provided.  The salary range for this position is $65,000-$85,000 per year.  Final compensation will be based on candidate qualifications, geographic location, and other considerations permitted by law.