Claims Specialist

Northeast Ohio's exterior Home Improvement Contractor that's Small Enough To Listen, Big Enough To Deliver!

The Third Estimate was founded in 1996 with a passion for architecture, energy efficiency, and a drive for improving our community. Family owned and operated; our passion is about the communities we serve. We are trusted by top industry organizations and service all of Northeast Ohio with quality roofing, windows, siding, gutter systems, and storm damage insurance inspections.

We are looking for an experienced Claims Specialist to join our dynamic team. Our products are rated best in the industry year after year; we are a company with room to grow. This is a role that combines your competitive drive and desire to be a part of a team. 

Why The Third Estimate team?

• We make an impact! We create value for our customers by delivering solutions that power relationships. Our pace of work enables fast learning and fosters an environment where you can stretch yourself and make an impact.
• We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring. Our purpose is to champion the power of human connection and the heart of connection is inclusion.
• You belong here as we are committed to growing the capabilities of our people. We are building a team where you can collaborate with diverse individuals, explore new ways of thinking, and expand your capabilities. Our employees value family and extend the same care to our customers and community.

What’s In It For You

• Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and empowers through continuous improvement.

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth.
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best.
• Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and much more

The Claims Specialist's main responsibilities include processing claims, working with adjusters to process  settlements, verify insurance coverage, review insurance cases, create xactimates, work with Sales to supplement as needed, keeping customers updated throughout the claims process. This person will determine covered insurance losses by studying provisions of a policy or certificate and will document specific claims by completing and recording forms, reports, logs, and records. 

Core Responsibilities:  

• Analyze and investigate complicated insurance claims to help prevent fraud.
• Work with adjustors to process settlements.
• Uphold relationships and communication with insurance adjusters and clients.
• Organize and present claim review plans.
• Stay up to date on local, state, and federal law changes in the insurance field and state and local laws.
• Know and understand the Ohio Revised State and Residential Code.
• Work in collaboration with assigned Sales Representative associated with the claim.
• Resolve claims in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma (OR) GED Equivalent, required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field, preferred.
• Know and understand basic insurance policies, coverages, principles, and laws.
• (2+) Years of Home Improvement Industry experience, preferred.
• Experience using CRM systems.
• Completed at least Level 1 Xactimate training and is up to date with the current software.
• Critical thinking skills are needed in order to evaluate complex claims and make independent decisions based on data given.
• MS Office Proficiency.
• Must be dependable, maintain regular attendance and be punctual.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written.
• Must be able to work independently and also within a team setting.

The Third Estimate is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy concerning recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.

The company will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you need assistance to perform your job duties because of a physical or mental condition, please contact the Human Resources department.