Claims Adjuster TMC Transportation - 3.5 Des Moines, IA Job Details Full-time $55,000 - $70,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee stock ownership plan Retirement plan Qualifications Microsoft Excel Commercial insurance knowledge Word embeddings Claims negotiation Bachelor's degree Attention to detail Liability insurance knowledge Liability claims Property damage claims Productivity software Claims documentation management Subrogation claims Full Job Description TMC Transportation is the nation's largest employee-owned, open deck transportation company. Founded in 1972, and headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, TMC provides expert transportation services and supply-chain management solutions throughout the 48 contiguous states. If you're seeking a rewarding career at a dynamic company built on integrity, innovation and dedication to quality and customer service, then join us in our Destination of Excellence.

TMC Offers:

Competitive Salary Comprehensive Benefit Package 401(k) Plan Employee Ownership - ESOP! Generouse Vacation TMC Transportation has an immediate full-time opening for a Claims Adjuster working out of our office in Des Moines, Iowa.

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Investigate, evaluate and negotiates liability and physical damage claims for loss or damages in an attempt to minimize the adverse effects of accidental losses against the company.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following : Maintains paperless and computer files on all current liability, property and physical damage claims. Oversees correspondence and direction when dealing with outside adjusters. Interviews and/or corresponds with claimant and witnesses, consults police and hospital personnel, inspects property damage to determine extent of company's liability, varying method of investigation according to type of insurance. Estimates cost of repairs, replacement or compensation.

Prepares reports of findings and negotiates settlement with claimants and insurance companies.

Assists in managing subrogation and litigated claims.

Sets and monitors case reserves.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

Four-year degree with 1 - 3 years claims experience required Trucking knowledge preferred Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) products. Ability to function in a fast-paced work environment and tolerate stress. Ability to plan and organize, attention to detail, problem-solving skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical requirements and work environment described are representative of those present while performing the essential functions of this job. Must be able to sit and use telephone and computer, simultaneously, for extended periods of time. Must be able to speak and hear clearly in a high volume telephone environment.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have experience handling commercial trucking, transportation, or other property/liability claims? Do you have at least 1 year of professional experience handling insurance or liability claims, including investigating, evaluating, or negotiating claims How many years of professional claims-handling experience do you have? How many years of professional claims-handling experience do you have? How many years of professional claims-handling experience do you have?

Work Location:

In person