Physical Damage Specialist-RV

Job Details

Full Time
Cedar Rapids, IA
April 1, 2019

Education & Training

  • Technical degree in collision repair, or equivalent work experience
  • Appraisal or loss adjusting experience on recreational vehicles
  • Knowledge of collision repair estimating practices and procedures
  • Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
  • Knowledge of relevant computer applications

Key Competencies

  • Advanced understanding of collision repair practices and procedures, specific to recreational vehicles
  • Effective interpersonal communication skills
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Effective listening skills
  • Effective problem analysis and problem-solving skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Advanced customer service skills
  • Advanced negotiating skills
  • Effective time management skills
  • Ability to multitask
  • Ability to type
  • Adaptability
  • Initiative

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Audit collision repair estimates to validate scope and to verify that projected costs are within industry standards
  • Utilize independent judgment and discretion to evaluate repair vs. replace decisions
  • Ensure that specific client requirements are applied to audit methodology
  • Gain acceptance for estimate revisions, or negotiate an acceptable alternative
  • Audit supplemental repair bills to evaluate validity and cost
  • Assist clients and vehicle owners with technical questions
  • Recommend indemnity payments to clients
  • Maintain thorough records for all relevant claim file activity
  • Process client billings
  • Approve and deliver final work product to clients