Claims Associate

Join Rieth-Riley and help our team Pave the Road to Success! Rieth-Rileyis a team of motivated, highly qualified individuals who are committed to the success of each and every project. The employee owners at Rieth-Riley proudly remain dedicated to moving forward. It's the way we think, the way we act — the way we approach every asphalt, concrete, bridge, and all construction projects. We are a 100% employee-owned company. So, we truly think like owners and take personal pride and care in every project we construct. We offer competitive wages and an excellent fringe benefit package.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Take liability, property damage and worker’s compensation claims via the Claims Reporting Line from field operations and/or public
• Conduct claim investigations
• Evaluate and make recommendations regarding coverage of claims
• Determine liability and total value of a claim
• Negotiate settlements
• Maintain claim files for reports - statements, documents, photos, estimates, releases, etc.
• Report claims to insurance carriers
• Assist insurance carriers with handling insurance claims (providing documents, photos, etc.)
• Process deductible payments from insurance carriers
• Communicate with physicians on Worker’s Comp claims as needed
• Assist field operations with the management of Worker’s Comp claims
• Maintain OSHA logs
• Clerical support as needed for Safety/Risk Management departments

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and or GED required and associate’s degree in business or related field preferred

• One (1) to two (2) years of experience in insurance claims and or as a paralegal preferred

• Strong quantitative and analytical skills

• Investigative expertise needed for this position

• Strong negotiating skills

• Time Management

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Problem solving skills with high degree of attention to detail

• Self-motivated; ability to work independently

• Excellent written and verbal skills including the ability to communicate effectively with people and maintaining a high level of customer service

Equal Opportunity Employer – It is the policy of Rieth-Riley to assure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, citizen status, and/or any other applicable legally-recognized protected class under local, state, or federal law. Individuals with disabilities that require reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process should contact Rieth-Riley’s Human Resources Department by phone 574-875-5183 or by email [email protected].