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Desired Job Title
Staff AppraiserAuto Collision EstimatorAuto Collision EstimatorWork Type
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Karen Fisher
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Summary
Results-driven professional with a strong background in vehicle damage assessment and repair estimating. Known for attention to detail and problem-solving skills, consistently delivering accurate appraisal reports and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and collaboration with auto shops.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Appraiser
Kemper Insurance
South San Francisco, California
05.2010 - 05.2026
I received assignments daily to inspect damaged vehicles.
Coordinated with auto shops on supplements to ensure accurate assessments and timely approvals.
I inspected and evaluated total losses.
Processed payments for repairs to facilitate quick vehicle restoration for customers.
- Assessed vehicle damage to develop accurate repair estimates.
- Evaluated insurance claims for compliance and accurate coverage details.
- Prepared detailed reports for management on repair costs and processes.
- Utilized estimating software to streamline assessment procedures efficiently.
Auto Collision Estimator
Superior Auto Body
San Carlos
11.2009 - 04.2010
- Analyzed repair estimates to align with customer needs and industry standards, ensuring transparency in costs.
- Assessed vehicle damage to develop accurate repair estimates.
- Communicated with customers to explain repair processes and timelines.
- Collaborated with technicians to accurately identify required repairs and parts, facilitating timely project execution.
Auto Collision Estimator
Putnam Auto Body
Burlingame, California
11.2003 - 07.2009
- Assessed vehicle damage to develop accurate repair estimates.
- Explained repair processes and timelines to customers, enhancing understanding and trust.
- Collaborated with technicians to assess repairs and identify necessary parts, ensuring accurate estimates.
- Streamlined assessment procedures using estimating software, improving workflow efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crestmoor Highschool
San Bruno, CASome College (No Degree) - Business Accountancy
Canada College
Redwood City, CASkills
- Damage assessment
- Repair estimating
- Claims evaluation
- Appraisal review
- Appraisal report writing
- Value estimation
- Estimating software
- CCC One
- Workday
- I-Car Platinum Status
- Vehicle compliance
- Photography
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Customer communication
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Multitasking Abilities
- KCC
Timeline
Staff Appraiser
Kemper Insurance
05.2010 - 05.2026
Auto Collision Estimator
Superior Auto Body
11.2009 - 04.2010
Auto Collision Estimator
Putnam Auto Body
11.2003 - 07.2009
High School Diploma -
Crestmoor Highschool
Some College (No Degree) - Business Accountancy
Canada College