Service Advisor - Autobahn Motors

Sonic Automotive

$75K — $175K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years experience as a Service Advisor in a high-volume dealership setting.
  • Experience with Mercedes-Benz brand preferred.
  • Dealership Advisor and Sales experience beneficial.
  • Proficient in Customer Service Efficiency (CSE) and Hours per Repair Order (RO).
  • Familiarity with CDK software is advantageous.
  • Basic knowledge of automotive systems and technology is required.
  • Strong multitasking and organizational skills essential.

Responsibilities

  • Greet customers in a professional and friendly manner.
  • Document customer concerns and vehicle issues accurately.
  • Explain recommended services and repairs in detail.
  • Communicate estimated costs and secure customer approvals for work.
  • Manage appointment scheduling and service bay availability.
  • Coordinate with technicians to ensure timely vehicle repairs.
  • Update customers on the status of their vehicles throughout the repair process.

Benefits

  • Sundays off for work-life balance.
  • Full-time position offers consistent hours.
  • Opportunity for commission based on repair orders closed.
  • Potential for production bonuses based on performance.
Full Job Description
Salary: $75,000 to $175,000

Job Description

Summary

As a Service Advisor, you will be a key member of our service team, responsible for providing outstanding customer service and ensuring the smooth operation of the service department. You will serve as the liaison between customers and our skilled technicians, ensuring that customer vehicles are properly diagnosed, serviced, and repaired in a timely manner.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Greet customers in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Listen to customers' concerns and accurately document their vehicle issues.
  • Provide detailed explanations of recommended services and repairs.
  • Communicate estimated costs and obtain customer approval for services.
  • Schedule appointments and manage service bay availability.
  • Coordinate with the service technicians to ensure timely completion of repairs.
  • Update customers on the status of their vehicles throughout the service process.
  • Provide accurate repair timelines and inform customers of any delays.
  • Create and maintain detailed service records for each customer.
  • Prepare and explain invoices to customers, including a breakdown of services performed.
  • Process payments and handle any billing inquiries.
  • Follow up with customers after service to ensure satisfaction and address any concerns.
  • Resolve customer complaints or issues promptly and professionally.
  • Stay informed about the latest automotive technologies and services.
  • Provide customers with information about maintenance schedules and recommended services.


Qualifications

Preferred:
  • At least 2 + years experience as a Service Advisor in a high volume dealership setting.
  • Experience with Mercedes-Benz brand.
  • Dealership Advisor and Sales experience a plus.
  • Excellent CSE and Hours per RO.
  • Experience using and working with CDK.
  • Knowledge of automotive systems and basic technical understanding.
  • Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
  • Familiarity with service department operations and procedures.

Required:
  • All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA
  • Valid Driver's License and good driving record.
  • All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, credit report, and valid driver license


Additional Information

(The Service Advisor Position has a pay scale consisting of the following elements and ranges. Wages include Base Hourly Compensation. The position may also pay commission compensation which is based on the value or amount of closed repair orders achieved from $0.00 (if no sales are made) without any upper limit other than sales performance. The position also may also pay a production bonus based on individual or team performance that may range from $0.00 (if baseline benchmarks are not met) without any fixed upper limit.)

Schedule:
  • Full Time
  • Monday through Saturday availability
  • Sundays off

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