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The opportunity
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Field Auto Damage Appraiser to service the greater Calgary area.
In this role, you will be responsible for the assessment of motor vehicle repair costs and assist in the adjustment and settlement of automobile physical damage claims. The assessment will be conducted in an efficient manner to control the indemnity spend and expenses without compromising the delivery of superior customer service.
What you'll do:
- Utilize automated estimating systems to prepare complete, competitive auto repair estimates and communicate repair estimate information to customers, repair facilities and claim representatives as required.
- Negotiate with repair facilities on repair plan processes
- Re-inspect repaired vehicles for quality of service and cost control measure.
- Evaluate actual value of vehicles declared a total loss and take proactive steps to control storage and rental vehicle costs.
- Adherence to dispatch needs and fulfillment of claim investigation and resolution in the field.
- Reports fraudulent claims to senior supervisor.
- Hours of operation can include evenings, weekends and statutory holidays.
What you'll bring:
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Minimum of 5 years of vehicle damage appraisal and collision repair industry experience
- Working knowledge of Mitchell Estimating System
- Strong knowledge in motor vehicle repairs including Passenger vehicles.
- Prior appraiser experience a must.
- Strong computer skills, good communication skills, a strong team player, strong problem solving skills
What you’ll get
- Please note that individual salary is determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience, as well as internal equity.
- Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
- Hybrid flexible work model.
- Outstanding career development opportunities.
- We’ll support your professional development education.
- Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year.
- Employee-driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion.
- Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health.
This job advertisement is for an existing vacancy which has been posted both internally & externally.
Aviva Canada may use AI (Artificial Intelligence) tools to assist us throughout the recruitment process to screen, assess or select applicants for a position.
Aviva Canada welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and has a process in place to provide accommodations for persons with disabilities at all stages of the hiring process and during employment. If you require accommodation during the interview or hiring process, please contact your Aviva Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged.
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