Job title: Commercial Trucking Claims Specialist
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Insurance
Functional Expertise: Claims Adjuster
Location: Mentor, OH
Job published: 09/28/2026
Job ID: 160883

Job Description

Commercial Auto / Trucking Claims Adjuster

Job Summary

Seeking experienced and motivated Commercial Auto / Trucking Claims Adjusters to join a growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading Third Party Administrator (TPA) specializing in Commercial Trucking Auto Liability Claims. The role offers the flexibility of a fully remote work environment, with a hybrid option. You will play a key role in investigating, evaluating, negotiating, and resolving commercial auto, trucking, and cargo claims while delivering exceptional service to the clients.

Compensation Package

  • Property Damage / Cargo Adjusters: $67,000–$87,000 annually
  • Bodily Injury Adjusters: $85,000–$120,000 annually
    Compensation is based on experience, claim complexity, and litigation exposure.

Additional benefits include:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • 20 days of PTO per year
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment

Responsibilities

  • Investigate, evaluate, and resolve commercial auto, trucking, and cargo claims, including property damage, bodily injury, and cargo/freight claims.
  • Handle complex and high-exposure claims, including attorney-represented and litigated cases.
  • Conduct thorough investigations into coverage, liability, and damages, including directing on-site investigations when necessary.
  • Develop and execute clear action plans for claim resolution, including negotiation and settlement.
  • Prepare detailed reports and present summaries during client claim reviews.
  • Identify subrogation or fraud potential and determine appropriate handling strategies.
  • Maintain active adjuster licenses in relevant jurisdictions.
  • Collaborate with insureds, brokers, carriers, attorneys, and other stakeholders to ensure timely and fair claim resolution.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Experience:
    • Minimum of 2–3 years of commercial claims experience in areas such as Commercial Auto, Commercial Trucking, Auto Liability, Property Damage, Bodily Injury, or Cargo.
    • Strong preference for candidates with attorney-represented BI and litigation experience.
    • Direct trucking experience is preferred but not required if the candidate has a strong Commercial Auto background.
  • Licensing:
    • Active designated home-state adjuster license.
    • Ability to obtain reciprocal licenses as needed.
  • Education:
    • Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
  • Skills and Attributes:
    • Strong work ethic and ownership mentality.
    • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
    • Analytical mindset with strong claims judgment and problem-solving abilities.
    • Ability to work independently and manage a caseload of approximately 80–120 claims.
    • Proficiency in claims management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

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