Dennis A Huffman
Hickory, NC *8601
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Work History
Sept 2011 - Present - Independent Contractor
Hickory, NC
Perform residential & commercial
insurance inspections as an
independent contractor for several
firms. Duties include taking
measurements to obtain sq footage,
drawing sketches, taking photos, &
calculating replacement value of
the structure. Also observe property for
any physical or liability hazards.
Nov 2002 - Sept 2011 - Field Property Underwriter
Nationwide Insurance Co
Hickory, NC
My responsibilities were to
perform interior & exterior inspections of
residential properties insured by
Nationwide. Duties included taking
measurements of dwelling, drawing
sketch & calculating replacement
value using the Marshall Swift &
Beck replacement program. Observed
property to make sure it met all
company insurability standards.
Interacted daily with
policyholders & agents discussing any hazards
found & how to correct them. My
position was eliminated in September
2011 when Nationwide decided to
use vendors exclusively to
complete their inspections rather
than employees.
May 1984 - Nov 2002 - Insurance Agent/ Sales Rep
Cordell Harris Insurance Agency
Inc,
Hickory, NC
Sold & serviced all types of
personal & commercial insurance
products. Was responsible for
preparing quotations & coverage
summary then presenting them to
potential clients. Also worked
with current policyholder
reviewing coverages & updating as needed.
Education
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC
Received Associate Of Science
degrees in both Accounting &
Business Administration.
St Stephens High School
Hickory, NC
High School Diploma
Skills
Familiar with all types of software
used in completing
insurance inspections. Excellent
customer service skills
References
Upon Request