Auto Damage Claims Adjuster- Trainee - Augusta, ME

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The 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 complete vehicle damage estimates and/or oversee the estimatic 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

Auto req ID 485369BR

Minimum Education Required High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities Minimum 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 Augusta, ME and surrounding areas. We assess our workload collectively, which means you may cover assignments outside of your geographical area as well.

Compensation $58,100 - $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

The physical requirements and working conditions listed below are representative of those required on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

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.

City* Augusta

State* Maine

Job_Category Claims

Job Code Ins Insurance

Affiliate Sponsor Progressive

Salary Range $45,000-$60,000