Experienced Heavy Truck Claims Adjuster - Tampa, FL

At Federated Insurance, we do life‑changing work focused on our clients’ success. What Will You Do? As an Experienced Heavy Truck Claims Adjuster you will determine the validity of coverage for claims that include material damage. You will evaluate, negotiate, settle and/or resolve claims under the terms of the insurance contract in a prompt, fair and equitable basis. This position is in‑office in our Tampa, FL office, located at Westshore Corporate Center Suite # 600, 600 North Westshore Blvd. Responsibilities Objectively appraise heavy truck, trailer and heavy equipment claims. Determine if coverage is in effect and applicable; responsible for setting reserves and making payments. Control and direct appraisals written by others to conclude the claim. Review accuracy of appraisals and total loss evaluations. Act as a liaison with independent appraisers regarding claim coverage information. Complete field appraisals as needed. Use computerized estimating and other resources to determine an accurate damage account. Consult with outside experts when necessary to obtain information pertinent to evaluating a claim. Negotiate directly with repair shops, policyholders, claimants and/or their counsel to establish mutually satisfactory settlements. Serve as a resource and train others regarding material damage topics. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in a business‑related field or equivalent experience in Property & Casualty claims handling. Ability to obtain and maintain required insurance licensing. Minimum 4 years of successful performance in a Claims position. Appraisal experience preferred, demonstrating the ability to proficiently and effectively manage assigned claims with minimum work direction. Must have knowledge of heavy truck and industrial equipment. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Unquestioned ability to retain confidential business information. Pay range for the Experienced Heavy Truck Claims Adjuster is $90,400–$122,200 annually. What We Offer We offer a wide variety of ways to support you as a whole, both professionally and personally. Our commitment to your growth includes opportunities for internal mobility and career development paths, inspiring excellence in performance and ensuring your professional journey thrives. Additionally, we provide exceptional benefits to nurture your personal life, including competitive compensation, bonus programs, cost‑effective health insurance, and robust pension and 401(k) offerings. We also provide paid volunteer time and gift‑matching opportunities. Employment Practices All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Federated will not sponsor candidates for employment visa status, such as an H‑1B visa. Federated does not interview or hire students or recent graduates with J‑1 or F‑1 visas or similar temporary work authorization. #J-18808-Ljbffr