Canal Insurance Company specializes in insurance for commercial trucking and specialty transportation operations. Canal was founded in 1939 and is located in Greenville, South Carolina. At Canal, we recognize that our success would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of our employees. We know that happiness and productivity go hand in hand, and to that end, we consciously cultivate a culture that enables us to recruit and retain the very best talent in the business.
Job Summary: The Associate Underwriter position is responsible for providing support, clerical administration, and underwriting assistance to the underwriting business unit.
Education/Training Requirements: Bachelor’s degree required. Insurance industry/Underwriting experience preferred.
Experience/Specialized Skills: Intermediate computer skills (word processing, databases, spreadsheets, Internet, e-mail) required.
Physical Requirements: Constant use of vision, hearing, and communication (oral and written in person and via telephone). Frequent concentration, standing, walking, handling, reaching, and grasping. Occasional bending, kneeling and lifting (up to 25 lbs.). Heavy use of computer and office equipment.
Additional Requirements: Occasional travel may be required. Periodic work outside of standard business hours or on weekends may be required.

Canal Insurance Company specializes in insurance for commercial trucking and specialty transportation operations since 1939. It distributes its products nationwide through select professional general agents.
Canal provides comprehensive insurance products and services including auto liability, motor truck cargo, physical damage, trucker’s general liability coverages and risk management services.
Canal Insurance Company is located in Greenville, SC, and continues to grow through the knowledge and commitment of its employees.