Service Contract Associate - 100% Remote

Company: Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
Location: Olympia
Posted on: August 1, 2022

Job Description:

Zurich North America is hiring multiple Service Contract Associate's to join our Vehicle Service Contract team! We are open to hiring talent for various virtual positions to work a shift between the hours of 7am - 8pm Central Standard Time. - Remember, we have various roles open for this team, so bring a friend! -The ideal candidates must reside in the follwing territories: -

• • Vancouver, Washington
  • Portland, Oregon
  • Overland Park, Kansas
  • Colorado State
  • Arizona State
  • Utah State
  • Montana StateWith direct supervision, investigates, evaluates, and concludes low exposure, low complexity, mechanical breakdown claims by following established protocols to ensure that claims are handled in the most efficient, effective way while delivering a customer-centric claims service. Determines causes of failures and reviews specific contract language to apply applicable coverage for loss. Provides technical support to external sales staff and communicates primarily with service shops, dealership personnel, and claimants to gather information and resolve claims.Service Contract Associates are responsible for a variety of tasks:
    • Field incoming calls from dealerships, service shops, and inspectors regarding low exposure, low complexity, mechanical breakdown claims.
    • Determine applicable contractual coverage and most appropriate replacement/repair solution.
    • Work to have a timely resolution to claims by negotiating costs and labor hours associated.
    • Ensure customer service by proactively communicating information, responding to inquiries, and following customer protocols.Basic Qualifications:
      • High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the Automotive repair areaOR
      • Bachelor's Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Automotive Repair areaOR
      • Zurich approved Apprenticeship program including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Automotive repair areaAND
      • Customer service experience
      • Experience with Microsoft Office -Preferred Qualifications:
        • Experience in auto industry areas of service repair, auto technology, parts department, machinist, powersports technician, service management or service advisor
        • Strong communication and negotiation skills
        • Ability to multi-task
        • Organization and time management skills
        • Experience with collaboration and working across work groups
        • ASEApplicable Only to Jobs to be Performed in ColoradoThe salary range for this role in the state of Colorado is $37,000.00 - $52,900.00. - This is the range Zurich NA in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of the posting. - This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Colorado. -Base pay offered may vary depending on, but not limited to education, experience, skills, geographic location, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. - This job is also bonus eligible. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation -until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable.As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to our COVID-related health and safety protocols (), including, without limitation, a requirement that employees attest as to their vaccination status with a YES/NO, and upload proof of vaccination status, or a negative COVID test result when applicable, to a third-party vendor. These protocols are continuously re-evaluated and the requirements may change at any time. -A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500 -. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click to learn more. -As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers' expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet - -Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission. - -Location(s): AM - Washington St Virt. Office, AM - Overland Park, AM - Colorado Virtual Office, AM - Oregon Virtual Office, AM - Arizona Virtual Office, AM - Montana Virtual Office, AM - Utah Virtual OfficeRemote Working: YesSchedule: Full Time -Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-JM1 -

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