Automobile Damage Appraiser (General Insurance Rating Organization)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Automobile Damage Appraisers investigate and evaluate the damage to vehicles resulting from automobile accidents or disasters, calculate repair costs and depreciation amounts, and provide data for insurance premium rate calculations as a specialized profession.
Description
Automobile Damage Appraisers conduct detailed on-site or factory inspections and records of vehicles damaged by traffic accidents or natural disasters, accurately calculating the extent of damage and repair costs. At the General Insurance Rating Organization, they statistically process vast amounts of damage data to create foundational materials for insurance premium rates. Considering part prices by vehicle type, repair labor hours, and depreciation factors, they maintain fair and efficient evaluation standards, prepare reports, input data into databases, and collaborate with the insurance actuarial department.
Future Outlook
With changes in the number of traffic accidents and the advancement of automotive technology, the demand for appraisers with advanced knowledge is expected to remain stable. Although roles may change due to advancements in AI-based damage estimation technology, the importance of human final judgment will be maintained.
Personality Traits
Cautious and Attentive / Eager to Learn / Fair and Objective
Work Style
Career Path
Appraisal Assistant Staff → Automobile Damage Appraiser → Senior Appraiser → Chief Appraiser → Department Manager
Required Skills
Damaged Vehicle Assessment / Data Analysis / Photography / Repair Cost Estimation
Recommended Skills
Basic Automotive Repair Knowledge / Damage Analysis / English Literature Reading
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To accurately grasp the cause and extent of damage and calculate costs |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately evaluate even minute damaged areas without missing them |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Accurate numerical calculations and statistical analysis are required |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly required as evaluation follows given standards |
Related Qualifications
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle License
Aliases
- Vehicle Damage Appraiser
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- Automobile Mechanic
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