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Claims Service Representative - Total Salvage

Confidential ClientFinancial Services
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$54,219
Carson, California
14 Hours Ago

The Claims Service Representative supports the Auto Claims Operation by investigating, evaluating, and negotiating lower complexity claims related to material damage, property, and liability insurance. This entry-level role requires strong communication and organizational skills to interact with insureds and claimants, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide excellent customer service while working under moderate supervision within defined authority limits.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Admin.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


What You’ll Do

This is an entry-level Claims Service role supporting auto claims operations for a confidential client. You will handle lower-complexity material-damage, property, and liability claims under established technical and customer-service best practices and within defined authority limits.

  • Communicate clearly with insureds, claimants and witnesses — explain coverages, benefits, fault and the claims process (verbal and written).
  • Conduct phone and occasional field investigations to gather facts and witness statements.
  • Evaluate claim information (property, medical, liability) and determine claim values.
  • Negotiate settlements within delegated authority to resolve first- and third-party claims.
  • Document and update claim files and production reports in company systems (moderate computer use).
  • Verify coverage and determine policy applicability; coordinate with internal and external teams as needed.
  • Identify cross-sell or referral opportunities and provide qualified leads to other departments.
  • Exercise independent analysis to separate allegations from facts and resolve exposures within authority.
  • Respond promptly to customer needs and deliver excellent member experience.

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Entry-level — less than 1 year of prior claims experience required.
  • Moderate computer literacy and ability to learn claims systems.
  • General understanding of negligence principles is desirable.
  • Strong organization, planning, written and oral communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a customer-service mindset.
  • Ability to work under moderate supervision within defined authority limits.

Location & Employment Type

  • Location: Carson, CA
  • Employment type: Full time

Compensation

  • Estimated base pay: $54,220 per year (estimated). Exact pay may vary based on experience and qualifications and will be confirmed by the hiring organization.

Travel

  • Occasional travel to off-site meetings or conferences may be required.

Benefits

  • Health coverage (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match and pension benefits
  • Tuition assistance
  • Floating holidays and paid time off, including PTO for community volunteer programs
  • Paid parental leave
  • Wellness programs
  • Employee discounts (membership, insurance, travel, entertainment and more)

Screening & Compliance

  • The Confidential Client participates in E‑Verify where applicable.
  • The Confidential Client will consider applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws (including applicable fair chance ordinances and the California Fair Chance Act for roles in California).
  • Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities during the application and hiring process.

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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