Auto Damage Trainee

At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions is met with endless possibilities.

Accidents can be scary, and our Auto Damage team rises to the occasion to provide unparalleled customer service. We’re looking for Auto Damage Trainees in San Jose, CA who are motivated and ready to grow their careers. Flexibility to work in different environments is also key.

• Inspect and assess vehicle damage caused by all types of accidents
• Estimate vehicle repair costs and negotiate equitable settlements
• Partner with other adjusters and supervisors to work with body shops, rental partners, and parts providers.

As an Auto Damage Trainee, you’ll be constantly challenged to grow your skills and knowledge to better understand our industry, company, and customers. If you want a career with plenty of growth opportunities, let’s talk.

• Valid driver's license (must meet company underwriting guidelines for at least the past 3 consecutive years) and the ability to maintain applicable state and federal certifications and permits
• Willingness to be flexible with primary work location – position may require either remote or in-office work
• Solid computer, mechanical aptitude, and multi-tasking skills
• Effective attention to detail and decision‑making skills
• Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, and willingness to expand on these abilities
• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent, college degree or currently pursuing preferred

$32.05 - $50.36 (annual salary range is a general guideline; final hourly rate/annual salary is based on role scope, responsibilities, experience, education, training, work location, market and business considerations). GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

• Great Company:
  We help our customers through life’s twists and turns. Our mission is to protect people when they need it most and we’re constantly evolving to stay ahead of their needs.
• Great Careers:
  We offer a career where you can learn, grow, and thrive through personalized development programs, certification assistance, career mentorship, and coaching.
• Great Culture:
  We foster an inclusive culture of shared success, rooted in integrity and a winning mindset. Our teams are guided by supportive leaders, performance excellence, and a shared purpose.
• Great Rewards:
  Compensation and benefits built to enhance well‑being, health, and financial future.
• Comprehensive Total Rewards program
• Financial benefits including market‑competitive compensation, 401K with 6% match, performance and recognition‑based incentives, tuition assistance.
• Additional benefits like mental healthcare, fertility and adoption assistance.
• Supports flexibility: GEICO Flex program allows ability to work from anywhere in the US for up to four weeks per year.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability.

We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.