Automotive Service Advisor

Van Horn Automotive Group • Glendale, WI

20d • Onsite

About The Position

Van Horn Honda of Glendale has an outstanding opportunity for an eager and professional Service Advisor that will establish rapport and trust with the customer and technicians while maximizing our profit opportunities. Family Born. Employee Owned. The Van Horn Automotive Group has been empowering people and amazing customers since 1966, and now has over 17 locations throughout Wisconsin. Being employee-owned offers a unique benefit that invests in you and your future. As a 78% owner, our employees receive contributions to a qualified retirement plan that is 100% funded by the company!! If you have an interest in automotive and a desire to develop a career in the industry, apply today!

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Previous customer service experience preferred but not required
• Must be organized, reliable, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Greet customers promptly and pleasantly
• Communicates with customers to determine the reason for the visit and the nature of the mechanical problem and/or scheduled maintenance
• Perform vehicle walk around with customer to determine needed repairs.
• Review vehicle maintenance history and make recommendations
• Provide the customer with available options for repairs while explaining the benefits of timely repairs
• Sell recommended service work to customers based upon mechanics diagnosis
• Provide the customer with a written cost estimate of repairs and an estimated time needed for repairs
• Inform dispatcher of incoming work and ensure customer’s needs are understood by the technician
• Follow up with technicians and the parts department on the progress of repairs to ensure timely completion of work
• Notify customers on the status of their vehicle, based on how the customer wants to be informed. (Minimum of 2x per day)
• Verify warranty and service contract coverage and administer claims for qualifying repairs
• Follow up with customers to ensure customer satisfaction
• Review completed work and charges with the customer and/or send a digital invoice for online payment.
• Daily collaboration with the BDC team including prompt response to customer inquiries

Benefits

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• HSA Match – $500 annual match to your Health Savings Account
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) – Helps you build financial security for the future.
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Days
• Employee Discounts – Exclusive savings on vehicles, parts, and service.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Gym/Workout Reimbursement
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Closed on Sundays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED