Loss Control Representative - UNITED FIRE & CASUALTY : Job Details

United Fire Group is seeking a Loss Control Representative in the state of Florida to handle the following functions: Conduct on-site review of insured premises and operations. Evaluate organizational, administrative and technical issues to control loss exposures. Identify and report hazards that create loss exposures to property, commercial auto and general liability coverage. Reduce the loss exposure through risk improvement recommendations. Perform continuing service on designated accounts. Conduct safety meetings and presentations with insured, agent and loss control staff. Preferred areas are Orlando, Daytona Beach. Job Functions •Perform a physical review of the premises and operations for prospective and written accounts. Report hazards that increase the potential for a loss to property, equipment, commercial auto and claims arising from liability. Make recommendations that would reduce hazards. •Assist insured with the implementation and administration of loss prevention programs and policies. •Lower claim frequency and severity by performing ongoing loss control services on designated accounts. •Reduce loss ratios, increase retention, and assist in the growth of new account business. •Handle correspondence from insured, agent, and home office as needed. •Overnight travel is required. Must have valid driver's license. •Perform other job duties as assigned. Skills & Requirements Negotiation, consultative, oral, written & listening, teaming, organizational skills. Knowledge in applying risk improvement. Knowledge of loss prevention & injury management. Knowledge of DOT, EPA, NFPA and company standards. General insurance knowledge of coverage's and applying loss ratios and experience modification factors. Use of computer programs, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc. Ability to walk on uneven surfaces and negotiate obstacles, lift 20 to 30 pounds, drive extended distances. Working conditions may be hot, dry, wet (rain), dirty, noisy, dusty. Equal Opportunity Employer United Fire Group has a policy to provide equal opportunity for all. We continue to take positive action to recruit, hire, train, transfer and promote persons in all job categories based on the individual's ability to perform the job and without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or genetics.