Job Description

Property Damage / Cargo Claims Adjuster

Job Summary

Seeking a dedicated and experienced Property Damage / Cargo Claims Adjuster to join a growing team. This role involves investigating, evaluating, negotiating, and resolving commercial cargo and transportation claims in alignment with company policies, industry regulations, and applicable laws. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial claims, excellent analytical skills, and a proactive approach to claims management.

Compensation Package

• Salary Range: $67,000–$87,000 annually
• Employment Type: Direct Hire and Temp-to-Hire opportunities available
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, including all necessary equipment provided (laptop, monitors, keyboard, mouse, headset).

Responsibilities

• Investigate all aspects of loss, including coverage, liability, and damages.
• Evaluate and negotiate trucking claims, with a focus on cargo/freight claims and first-party physical damage claims.
• Handle complex and high-exposure claims, including directing on-site investigations when necessary.
• Prepare detailed reports and present claim summaries during client reviews.
• Identify subrogation or fraud potential and develop appropriate handling strategies.
• Maintain active state adjuster licensure in relevant jurisdictions.
• Collaborate effectively with insureds, brokers, carriers, surveyors, attorneys, and other stakeholders.
• Work independently while contributing to the broader claims team.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Licensure: Active designated home-state adjuster license; ability to obtain reciprocal licenses as needed.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 2–3 years of commercial claims experience.
  • Strong backgrounds in Commercial Auto, Commercial Trucking, Cargo, First-party Physical Damage, or Commercial Transportation Claims.
  • Direct trucking experience is preferred but not required.
• Skills:
  • Strong claims judgment and analytical ability.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage a caseload of approximately 80–120 claims.
  • Proficiency with claims management software and Microsoft Office.
• Preferred: Willingness to work Mountain or Pacific Time business hours.

Note: Candidates with personal auto claims experience or primarily Uber/Lyft claims backgrounds are not a fit for this role.

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