Service Advisor

Honda of Burleson • Burleson, TX

98d

About The Position

The Service Advisor sells and schedules needed service work in the service department. This role involves interacting with customers to understand their vehicle issues and providing them with accurate information regarding service options and costs.

Requirements

• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team members.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of automotive repair and maintenance.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a service advisor or in a similar role.
• Familiarity with automotive service processes and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Schedules service appointments and obtains customer and vehicle data prior to arrival when possible.
• Greets customers in a timely, friendly manner and obtains vehicle information.
• Writes up customer's vehicle problems accurately and clearly on repair order.
• Test drives the vehicle with customer as needed to confirm the problem or refers to test technician.
• Refers to service history, inspects vehicle, and recommends additional needed service.
• Advises customers on the care of their cars and the value of maintaining their vehicles in accordance with manufacturers' specifications.
• Provides a complete and accurate written cost estimate for labor and parts.
• Establishes 'promised time' and checks with dispatcher if necessary.
• Obtains customer's signature on repair order and provides customer with a copy.
• Establishes customer's method of payment and obtains credit approval if necessary.
• Notifies dispatcher of incoming work.
• Checks on progress of repair throughout the day and contacts customers regarding any changes in the estimate or promised time.
• Explains cost and time requirements in detail and gets proper authorization before any additional repairs are performed.
• Implements and maintains a service marketing program.
• Reviews repair orders to ensure that work is completed and additional work and authorization is noted.
• Closes repair order as appropriate.
• Implements a quality control process to eliminate comebacks.
• Maintains high customer satisfaction standards.
• Handles telephone inquiries regarding appointments and work in process.
• Maintains an acceptable driving record according to insurance standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers