Automotive Service Advisor

Johnson Motors

$75K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Build and maintain a positive rapport with customers.
  • Be a motivated self-starter with strong multi-tasking abilities.
  • Thrives in fast-paced environments.
  • Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Maintain a professional attitude and appearance.

Responsibilities

  • Greet customers and provide exceptional customer service.
  • Listen attentively to customers' issues and symptoms.
  • Perform inspections to diagnose vehicle problems.
  • Verify coverage for warranty, insurance, or contracts.
  • Calculate and provide cost estimates to customers.
  • Explain repair processes to clients for clarity.
  • Record customer visit information accurately in the database.
  • Prepare detailed repair orders based on gathered information.

Benefits

  • Work in a thriving family-owned company.
  • Be part of a team that values customer service and quality.
  • Opportunity to engage with a reputable brand like Ford.
Full Job Description
Automotive Service Advisor - Johnson Motors of St. Croix Falls

St. Croix Falls, WI
Compensation: $75,000 - $120,000 annually (Base + Commission)

Full-Time

What You'll Do - A Day in the Life

As a Service Advisor, you are the vital link between our guests and our service team. Your job is to ensure every guest leaves with confidence, trust, and a vehicle that's road-ready. Here's how your day might look:

What your day will look like;
• Greet early guests with warmth and professionalism.
• Conduct walk-arounds to inspect vehicles and confirm concerns.
• Write detailed repair orders using guest input and technical insight.
• Communicate with technicians to prioritize workload and update timelines.
• Provide guests with updates, estimates, and options using plain, respectful language.
• Review multipoint inspections with transparency and urgency when needed.
• Coordinate parts availability and work closely with the parts department.
• Keep the service lane running smoothly and manage daily appointment flow.
• Call guests to review completed work, future recommendations, and schedule pickups.
• Perform quality check-ins and support vehicle delivery back to the guest.
• Close repair orders, ensure payment is processed correctly, and follow up on satisfaction.
• Prepare for the next day: confirm appointments, follow up on declined work, and review tech availability.

Who You Are
People-first communicator: You enjoy building trust with guests and can explain repairs without jargon or pressure.
Detail-oriented: Accuracy matters. You ensure every RO is clear, complete, and aligned with technician notes.
Team player: You work seamlessly with technicians, parts staff, and other advisors. Fit seamlessly with our high performing culture.
Driven: You see opportunity in every interaction and are motivated by helping others-and being rewarded for it.

Compensation & Benefits
Annual earnings: $75,000-$120,000 based on performance and experience
• Competitive base + performance-based commission
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career development and factory training opportunities
• A culture built on respect, honesty, and growth

Requirements

Requirements
• Prior experience in automotive service or guest-facing roles preferred, but not required
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Tech-savvy: comfortable with DMS systems, tablets, and communication platforms
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record

Salary Description

$75,000-$120,000

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