Trucking Claims Specialist

Overview

Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies. We provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents and brokers. Our companies are all rated A+ “Superior” by AM Best and ultimately owned by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway group – one of the financially strongest organizations in the world! Headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, PA, we employ over 1,000 individuals and have offices across the country.

Our vision is to be a leading small business insurance provider nationwide. Founded upon an exceptional culture and led by a collaborative and inclusive management team, our company’s success is grounded in our core values: accountability, service, integrity, empowerment, and diversity.

• Competitive compensation
• Healthcare benefits package that begins on first day of employment
• 401K retirement plan with company match
• Enjoy generous paid time off to support your work‑life balance plus 9½ paid holidays
• Up to 6 weeks of parental and bonding leave
• Hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)
• Longevity awards every 5 years of employment
• Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of employment
• Narrative opportunities for continued training and career advancement
• And much more!

• Investigate and resolve commercial auto liability and physical damage claims involving trucking exposures.
• Review and interpret policy language to determine coverage and consult with coverage counsel when needed.
• Manage a caseload of moderate to high complexity and exposure, applying effective resolution strategies.
• Communicate with insureds, claimants, attorneys, body shops, and law enforcement to gather relevant information.
• Collaborate with defense counsel and vendors to support litigation strategy and recovery efforts.
• Ensure claims are handled accurately, efficiently, and in alignment with service and regulatory standards.
• Participate in file reviews, team meetings, and ongoing training to support continuous learning.

$95,000.00 – $ USD

• Minimum of 3 years of experience handling commercial auto or trucking claims.
• Experience with bodily injury and/or cargo exposures is preferred.
• Familiarity with trucking operations, FMCSA/DOT regulations, and multi‑jurisdictional claims practices.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Possession of applicable state adjuster licenses.
• Juris Doctor (JD) preferred; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in insurance, risk management, or a related field.

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Insurance

Expected to work in one of our offices 3 days per week and be available for travel as required.