Heavy Equipment Appraiser

Under the direction of Vehicle Services Management and Heavy Equipment Specialists. Prepared written appraisals on damage to "on or off road" heavy equipment. Responsible for establishing accurate and acceptable repair figures if repairable. Establishes pre-loss actual cash value and possible salvage value if non-repairable.

Appraises heavy equipment damage to determine repair costs for claim settlement.
• Establishes pre-loss actual cash value and salvage value for heavy equipment beyond repair.
• Establishes cargo loss value if applicable.
• Examines damaged unity for interior/exterior damage.
• Interprets client special instructions to accurately handle claims.
• Prepares reports/documents for appropriate personnel as required.
• Records case time/billings.
• Solicits business locally when called upon to do so.
• Back up point of contact in the call.
• Upholds the Crawford Code of Business Conduct at all times.
• Performs other duties as requested.
• Upholds the Crawford Code of Conduct.

• High school or vocational school graduate or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5 years of previous experience with heavy equipment and appraising vehicle damage.
• Licensing as required by jurisdiction. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must complete continuing education requirements per Crawford Educational Services.
• Ability to read and interpret technical reference material.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• In-depth working knowledge of various types of vehicle construction and repair techniques.
• Ability to learn automated appraisal systems.
• Solid negotiating and customer service skills.
• Must possess solid mathematical and computational skills.

Because a claim is more than a number - it's a person, a child, a friend. It's anyone who looks to Crawford on their worst days. And by helping to restore their lives, we are helping to restore our community - one claim at a time.

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• Our total compensation plans provide each of our employees with far more than just a great salary
• Pay and incentive plans that recognize performance excellence
• Benefit programs that empower financial, physical, and mental wellness
• Training programs that promote continuous learning and career progression while enhancing job performance
• Sustainability programs that give back to the communities in which we live and work
• A culture of respect, collaboration, entrepreneurial spirit and inclusion

Crawford & Company participates in E-Verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V Crawford & Company is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Crawford via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Crawford HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Crawford. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Crawford as a result of the referral or through other means.

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