Senior Field Auto Appraiser

What can you expect in this role?

• Travel to various sites within the GTA area 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 re-inspections as required.
• Participate in various team and performance meetings
• Cover all regions within Canada within the remote estimating program and Image Capture
• 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
• Handle towing issues in consultation with the towing team
• 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
• Preference will be given to candidate with a Certified Auto-Body Repairmen License (class A or B / 310B Journeyman OR Red Seal)
• Proficiency with estimating software is required (Audatex-Qapter, 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 minimal 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 Ontario Driver’s License and clean driving record

Posting Range : $55,800 - $102,800