Field Property Claims Adjuster: Bend, OR

Farmers Group, Inc.

Bend, OR(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Claims Processing, Communication Skills, Community Support, Computer Skills, Construction, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, English Language, Fraud Investigation, High School Diploma, High Tech Industry, Insurance, Laptop PC, Law Enforcement, Leadership, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, LinkedIn, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Negotiation Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Property Insurance, Retail, Safety Compliance, Subrogation, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Bend, OR
POSTED
7 days ago

We are Farmers - where ambition meets opportunity.

At Farmers, we're not just known for unforgettable jingle - we're a team with a passion for purpose and making a real difference in people's lives. We deliver peace of mind when it matters most. Our results-driven, high-performance culture thrives on creativity, accountability and bold solutions. Here, growth isn't just a goal - it's a way of life for both the organization and every individual on our team. We tackle challenges head-on, learn from every experience and measure our impact on the customers who trust us.

Join an award-winning, equal opportunity employer, where you'll find more than a job - you'll find a supportive community. Enjoy competitive benefits, take part in meaningful volunteer projects, and help shape the future alongside talented colleagues across all backgrounds. At Farmers, helping others is at the heart of what we do.

Ready to make your mark? Discover our vibrant culture and explore career opportunities at www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate. Connect with us on Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok, and let's build something incredible together!

Workplace: Remote ( #LI-Remote ) This is a field role requiring travel to and from policyholder homes.

Candidate must live in or around Bend, OR.

If you are looking for the following in your next career...

  • Paid training through the award-winning and industry-leading University of Farmers.
  • Flexibility and independence to work outside the confines of a desk job.
  • Total Rewards Benefits Package: 401K and a competitive starting salary.
  • Rapid growth potential and management opportunities for success-oriented people through education, mentorship programs, and inspirational leadership at a company you can be proud of.

… Then Farmers Insurance is the place for you!

A Day in the Life of a Field Property Claims Adjuster

  • Conduct both virtual and on-site investigations by visiting policyholders' residences to assess propertydamage, determine liability, evaluate the extent of loss, and negotiate fair settlements.
  • Use claims handling software, a company car, and a laptop to determine claims-related damage and write estimates in a paperless environment.
  • Evaluate and report on potential subrogation opportunities.
  • Reports incidents involving theft, fraud, or arson to appropriate state and industry agencies.
  • Perform duties independently, with work directly impacting management outcomes.
  • Acts as a company representative in public interactions, maintaining a professional demeanor consistentwith management standards.
  • Engages regularly with a variety of stakeholders, including policyholders, claimants, agents, witnesses,contractors, law enforcement, fraud and arson investigators, attorneys, medical professionals, and otherrelevant parties.
  • Use strong customer service skills to negotiate with policyholders to settle the claim.
  • Performs additional duties as assigned.
  • Promotes safety at all times and complies with safety/ergonomicstandards as outlined in relevant company published manuals.

Employees assigned to the Catastrophe team will be required to travel away from their residence for a specified period of time, usually consisting of 23 days.

  • Although this is not a CAT-specific role, hires will be expected to commit to 1-3 CAT deployments per year.

If You Have the Following:

  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • Excellent Customer service experience, preferably in a retail environment
  • Construction or Insurance experience is highly desirable and preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills - both oral and written.
  • Computer Literate: MS Word, Excel, Outlook.
  • Proficiency with smartphones and applications.
  • Eagerness to learn about insurance policies and property damage from the inside out to identify how coverage applies to a particular loss.
  • Outgoing personality that would enjoy interacting with a wide variety of people including policyholders, claimants, agents, witnesses, and fraud investigators.
  • Valid drivers license and Bondable. Final candidates will also be subject to a Motor Vehicle Record background check as this position may include a company vehicle.

... then this could be a great career opportunity for you!

Final candidate qualifications may be reviewed against the requirements for the associated level of this role.

Candidates Must be Willing and Able to:

  • Climb Ladders to inspect roofs, and be comfortable working on rooftops, multiple times per day,
  • Work in small, confined spaces that have been damaged; such as attics and crawlspaces.
  • Achieve a minimum passing score on all claims training exams.

Physical Actions and Environment

  • Bending, Kneeling, Pulling, Pushing, Sorting, Carrying up to 50 lbs., Climbing, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Seeing
  • Speaking (English), Reading (English), Writing (English), & Key Entering

Required job duties are performed in the field and an in-home office environment. Exposure to some or all of the following environments when in the field: Uncontrolled outside environmental conditions, Excessive noise levels, Chemicals Chemical/Biological conditions, Moving mechanical parts, Areas considered dangerous, Conditions which could affect the respiratory system or skin such as fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, oils, smoke, soot, or poor ventilation.

Benefits

  • Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.
  • Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
  • 401(k)
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Assistance
  • For more information, review "What we offer" on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer

Job Location(s): US - OR - Bend. This is a field role requiring travel to and from policyholder homes.

Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law. Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Farmers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military and veterans status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.

Spokane, WA only: Residents who prefer not to provide their address click here to submit your resume via email: careers@farmers.com

About the Company

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Farmers Group, Inc.

In 1928, two men shared a dream of providing a quality insurance product at a reasonable price. In the decades that followed we’ve grown and adapted to meet the changing needs of Americans. But one constant has remained: We have an unwavering commitment to uphold our founding ideals to provide industry-leading products and first-rate services to the customers we’re privileged to serve.

Different Eras, Same Exceptional Service

Farmers not only prides itself on helping you plan wisely for the unexpected, but also on helping restore order when it occurs, so you can keep moving along the road of your life’s plans.

In 1959 a Farmers customer wrote us a letter of surprised gratitude when his car battery was replaced just an hour after it was stolen. A letter from a couple in 2002 wrote that their Farmers agent and Claims Adjuster “were exceptional in their handling of our grief, what we needed to do, and helpful in many other ways.” That same year, when Hurricane Rita struck Beaumont, Texas, Farmers sent 300 agents to assess damages while policy holders were evacuated. Farmers also donated $100,000 for the city’s emergency operations center and two megawatt generators that restored power to Beaumont. Whatever year or decade a disaster occurs, you can count on us to be there for you.

Today, the companies comprising the Farmers Insurance Group of Companies make up one of the country's largest insurers of vehicles, homes and small businesses and provide a wide range of other insurance and financial services products.

Farmers is proud to serve more than 10 million households with more than 20 million individual policies across all 50 states through the efforts of over 50,000 exclusive and independent agents and nearly 24,000 employees.

The Farmers Exchanges are three reciprocal insurers (Farmers Insurance Exchange, Fire Insurance Exchange and Truck Insurance Exchange) owned by their policyholders, and together with their subsidiaries and affiliates comprise the Farmers Insurance Group of Companies. Farmers Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries, in their capacity as attorneys-in-fact, provide administrative and management services to the Farmers Exchanges.

COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Insurance
WEBSITE
http://www.farmers.com/