Auto Damage Trainee

GEICO GEICO · Insurance · New York, NY

This role is for an Auto Damage Trainee at GEICO, focusing on customer service and claims adjustment after accidents. It involves inspecting vehicle damage, estimating repair costs, negotiating settlements, and working with various partners. The role requires critical thinking, computer proficiency, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. It includes paid training and a field-based assignment with a company vehicle.

What you'd actually do

  1. Inspect and assess vehicle damage caused by all types of accidents
  2. Estimate vehicle repair costs and negotiate equitable settlements
  3. Partner with other adjusters and supervisors to work with body shops, rental partners, and parts providers
  4. Adjusters will travel within their assigned territory to body shops, salvage and tow yards, and at some times customers homes to write estimates, inspect damage, and interact with the public face-to-face.
  5. Adjusters work independently and with their team to ensure that appointments and customer follow up are handled in a timely manner.

Skills

Required

  • Critical thinking
  • Decision making
  • Computer proficiency
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to prioritize work
  • Multi-tasking
  • Navigating through multiple business applications
  • Experience with KPIs
  • Measurable goals
  • High School Diploma or equivalent

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Active Insurance Adjusters license

What the JD emphasized

  • field role
  • hands-on experience
  • field training