Vehicle and Equipment Appraiser - Edmonton, Canada - R.M.L. Automotive Appraisals Ltd.

Description

Independent Automotive/Equipment Appraiser

In this role, you will be:
What can you expect in this role?

• Travel to various sites within Alberta to review automotive physical damage and conduct appraisals
• Complete appraisal and negotiates with repair facilities on proper repair methods and pricing
• Control expenditure to repair facilities by following up promptly on further damage reported by the repair facility
• Complete remote appraisals and negotiates with third parties (facilities that are not part of preferred vendor program)
• Review subrogation estimates for proper repair methods and pricing
• Assist and cooperates with colleagues during busy periods
• Process total loss claims in an expedited manner
• Complete vehicle reinspections as required.
• Participate in various team and performance meetings
• Complete Autosource information documents for total loss files and stolen (not recovered) vehicles when requested
• Provide technical expertise (assistance) to adjusting staff when requested in person or remotely
• Maintain a high level of expertise in automobile repair techniques, estimating software and hardware and vehicle evaluations
• Provide possible new methods to improve current workflow for team leader review
• Perform desk audits to assure compliance
• Work in tandem with other appraisers when required to cover staffing shortages, vacation time, absences etc.

What do you bring to the role?

• Minimum 4 years of direct experience appraising/estimating automobile physical damages
• Proficiency with estimating software is required (Audatex, Mitchell)
• Technical knowledge of auto body collision and mechanical repairs
• College/university/technical degree is an asset
• Must have good working knowledge of the collision industry
• Must be able to work with mínimal supervision
• Completion of I-Car and/or technical courses is an asset (continued education will be required)
• Must be proficient with Windows operating system and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• Must bring a positive attitude and team focus to the role
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with all stakeholders
• Valid Alberta Driver's License and clean driving record

What are you provided in this role?

• Fulltime Permanent Salaried Position
• Medical/Dental Benefits Package
• Company Vehicle
• Company Cellular Phone
• Company Home Office Equipment

What are the next steps?

• Resume should include a cover letter outlining salary expectations
• Only those resumes deemed to be qualified will be contacted further for interview times
• Please no phone calls or walkins

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
$50,000.00-$89,429.00 per year


Benefits:

• Automobile allowance
• Casual dress
• Company car
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Work from home

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay

Experience:

Automotive Appraisal: 3 years (required)
Autobody Repair: 2 years (required)
Mitchell Estimating: 1 year (preferred)

• Audatex/Qapter: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location:
In person