Auto Damage Appraiser CV Template

Experienced auto damage appraiser uses industry procedures to assess vehicular damage. Determines total costs of repairs for insurance companies and private parties. Integral component in preparing, recommending and executing insurance claims and payments.

• Experienced investigator able to examine auto damage and make accurate appraisals
• Sound knowledge of vehicle construction and cost effective repairs
• Adept at inspection and photographing damaged autos in a manner that concisely delineates detail in loss
• Familiar with both auto and insurance industry terminology, state insurance regulations and mechanics
• Licenced and insured investigator in four states

July 2003 – Present State People’s Farm Insurance – Decatur, Georgia Auto Damage Appraiser

• Inspection of damaged vehicles to determine labour and material costs for restoration
• Determined if damaged vehicles were total losses based on insurance company criteria
• Examined damaged vehicles and classified nature of accident
• After repairs, inspected vehicles to ensure quality service
• Worked closely with personnel in Claims

October 2000 – May 2003 Weathers Auto Insurers – Columbus, Georgia Auto Damage Appraiser

• Managed direct repair programmes, maintaining relationships with partnered auto repair services
• Worked closely with inspectors in assessment of vehicles
• Wrote detailed reports on condition of insured vehicles
• Inspected vehicles, providing detailed reports to underwriters prior to policy approval
• Advised on options for vehicle parts and repair services
• Assessed damage to vehicles, deciding if vehicle was a total loss or capable of repair