Automotive Service Advisor

Brakes Plus • Dubuque, IA

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About The Position

The Automotive Service Advisor reports to the Store Manager and supports operations in the store’s service department. The role sets high standards of excellence, models company core values, and helps create a motivated team environment. The Service Advisor works hands-on with the Service Team to develop team members, execute store processes, improve performance, and deliver an industry-leading customer experience.

The position includes direct customer interaction, supervision and scheduling of technicians and service personnel, coaching teammates, evaluating performance and productivity, managing parts inventory and purchases, and maintaining safety and equipment standards in the service department.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Service Advisor/Writer role.
• Outstanding leadership and store management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to mentor others to ensure efficiency.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven track record of exceeding business objectives.
• Ability to work efficiently both individually and as part of a team.
• Solid knowledge of basic OSHA laws.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with customers on sales, service, customer opportunities, adjustments, and related matters.
• Create a highly motivated team environment.
• Supervise technicians and service personnel; plan and schedule duties, assign work, and follow up on completed assignments.
• Coach service department teammates on operational issues.
• Evaluate service department personnel performance and productivity.
• Manage parts inventory and outside purchases, and update and restock in-house parts as needed.
• Ensure store safety, including use and maintenance of safety equipment.
• Ensure proper equipment and hardware layout and positioning in the service department.
• Supervise the shop area, equipment, and teammates for compliance with company safety procedures.
• Ensure that proper inspections are conducted.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off (vacation/personal)
• Paid bereavement
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed