Fringe benefits may include paid vacations, holidays and sick leave, profit- sharing, bonuses, commissions, group life and health insurance, pension plans and paid education. Field Adjusters get an expense account and use of a company car or mileage. Experienced Adjusters sometimes establish themselves as independent Adjusters who contract with insurance companies to settle claims for them. Others become public Adjusters who represent the claimant. Both must be licensed by the State of California, Department of Insurance.
Many companies recruit on college campuses.
The California Employment Development Department Job Service, employment agencies, classified ads and personal contacts may provide referrals or leads. Applying directly to employers is also recommended. Trainee openings are usually posted in insurance company offices. Anyone qualified may apply. For a list of current job listing, browse Caljobs or America's Job Bank .