Appraiser – Extended Hours
SGI
In-Scope
Location: Saskatoon
Permanent, Full-Time, Extended Hours
(11:30 am to 8:00 pm Tuesday to Friday, Saturdays 8:00am to 5:00pm)
Division: Auto Fund, Claims & Salvage Operations
Pay Range: $61,021 – $77,015
Closes: September 19, 2024
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY
The Appraiser is responsible for examining and evaluating vehicle condition and estimating actual cash value of vehicles and equipment for the purpose of determining a total loss or a repair. The Appraiser also examines damaged vehicles for the purpose of determining unit repair costs. The Appraiser uses judgement in the approval process and determination of total repair costs.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Note: This section is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities – other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
Appraisal Review
• Identifies make and model of vehicle and records vehicle details.
• Inspects, diagnoses, analyses and lists damaged vehicle parts, determining if damage is accident related.
• Determines depreciation on damaged vehicle parts.
• Determines and evaluates vehicle condition and estimates actual cash value of vehicles and equipment, for the purpose of determining a total loss or a repair.
• Codes labour time and parts required for repair, paint, or replacement for input to automated system.
• Interprets flat rate manuals to determine replacement times and paint times as required.
• Determines repair, frame and painting times not covered by the flat rate manuals.
• Discusses and explains appraisal details to customers, adjusters and the Special Investigation Unit.
• Liaises with auto body and mechanical repair shops reviewing appraisal discrepancies and/or problems.
• Approves additions to repair accounts if required.
• Conducts in progress repair reviews.
• Prepares estimates and supplements heavy trucks and trailers, recreation vehicles and specialty items.
High Performance Team & Culture
• Supports a culture of leadership and accountability to effectively meet the key accountabilities within the scope of the role.
• Displays leadership by committing to a culture of continuous learning/development of self and supports others by actively sharing knowledge, providing guidance, mentoring, training, and supporting developmental opportunities.
• Demonstrates that the Health, Safety and Emergency Management Policy is applied in area of responsibility for self and others.
• Actively applies knowledge to support transformation and strategic initiatives of the corporation, while participating and advocating change and applying a growth mindset.
TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
• Knowledge of SGI appraisal policies, procedures and programs.
• Knowledge of automotive vehicle construction, repair and mechanical operations.
• Knowledge of OEM and industry repair processes and procedures for new and emerging vehicle technologies.
• Knowledge of flat rate manuals related to all vehicle makes.
• Knowledge of automotive estimating, including sheet metal, refinishing work and frame damage estimating.
• Skill in estimating damage of various types of light vehicles, including recreational vehicles.
• Skill in estimating damage of various types of commercial vehicles.
• Knowledge of SGI auto adjusting policies and procedures.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
• A motor vehicle body repairer journeypersons certificate
• Platinum I-CAR certification
• Possession of a valid driver’s license
EXPERIENCE
• 5 – 7 years’ directly related industry experience.
Remember, the position closes Thursday, September 19th, 2024 so submit your application online by 11:59 p.m. SK time.