Service Advisor - Mercedes-Benz of Walnut Creek

Sonic Automotive

• $60K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in automotive service advising or dealership environments preferred.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for building customer relationships.
  • Basic knowledge of automotive maintenance, repair services, and vehicle systems.
  • Proficient in using computers, dealership management systems, and service scheduling software.
  • Excellent organization skills to manage multiple customers and priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Greet customers and document their vehicle service needs professionally.
  • Explain recommended services and repairs while providing cost estimates and obtaining authorization.
  • Coordinate workflow to enhance service department efficiency.
  • Communicate with technicians to track repair progress and ensure timely completion.
  • Keep customers informed about the service process, including repair status and timelines.
  • Prepare repair orders and invoices, process payments, and maintain service records.
  • Follow up with customers to ensure satisfaction and promote recommended maintenance services.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Company-paid life insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match options.
  • Generous paid time off and paid parental leave.
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
  • Collaborative and performance-driven work environment.
Full Job Description
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.

Responsibilities:
  • Greet customers professionally, listen to their concerns, and accurately document vehicle service needs.
  • Explain recommended services and repairs, provide cost estimates, and obtain customer authorization.
  • Coordinate workflow to maximize service department efficiency.
  • Communicate with technicians to monitor repair progress and ensure timely completion of work.
  • Keep customers informed throughout the service process, including repair status, timelines, and any delays.
  • Prepare and explain repair orders and invoices, process payments, and maintain accurate service records.
  • Follow up with customers to ensure satisfaction, resolve concerns, and educate them on recommended maintenance services.


Qualifications

Qualifications:
  • Previous automotive service advising, or dealership service experience preferred.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build customer relationships.
  • Basic knowledge of automotive maintenance, repair services, and vehicle systems.
  • Proficient with computers, dealership management systems, and service scheduling software.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple customers and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Requirements:
  • Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
  • Ability to successfully complete pre-employment requirements, including background check, motor vehicle record (MVR) review, and drug screening.


Additional Information

Compensation:
  • $60,000 to $120,000
  • Hourly plus commission

(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

What We Offer:
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match (Traditional and Roth options)
  • Generous paid time off and paid parental leave
  • Ongoing training and professional development to support career growth
  • A collaborative, performance-driven work environment

Learn more: https://jobs.sonicautomotive.com/benefits

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