When was the last time you got paid for being helpful and polite? Have you been looking for the right time to change careers? Are you looking for the perfect career that won't waste your time? Do you just want to be in the building, or would you like to be a part of the TEAM???? Sounds like it's time to fill out an application for a new career and a fresh start!

The Express Service Advisor is the center of communication for service/repair activities and the liaison between customers and technicians. The Service Advisor must listen and thoroughly understand customer problems and arrange for appropriate service/repairs. He or she makes sure the customer knows what repairs are needed and what repairs and maintenance are recommended. No one wants to have to take their car in for service, but our advisers ensure the customer is satisfied that the vehicle will be repaired right the first time and in the shortest time possible.
The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, some post-secondary automotive training or experience, at least one year of dealer-level or large facility experience, an unrestricted driver's license and a clean driving record, and a strong technical and customer service performance record. ASE certification is a plus. Candidates must be able to work productively in a fast-paced team environment and must have a positive attitude, professional appearance, great communication skills, and the ability to deliver world-class customer service. 
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Schedules service for customers either in person or on the phone to ensure the prompt and accurate diagnosis of any problems
• Makes repair recommendations and manages the delivery of repairs by setting and managing customer expectations
• Ensures that the required documentation is complete and is in compliance with regulations and standards
• Complies with and enforces all safety policies and procedures
• Attends all staff meetings, training, and educational classes as required
• Helps educate/train new staff members
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required
• Post-secondary automotive training or equivalent work experience
• One year of dealer-level or large facility experience preferred
• ASE certification (or is willing to obtain certification)
• Broad scope of automotive mechanical/electrical knowledge
• Neat, clean, and professional appearance
• A pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality
• Highly professional and dependable
• Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress
• Excellent interpersonal skills for interacting professionally with customers, vendors, and staff
• Unrestricted driver's license and clean driving record
• Able to drive both automatic and standard-transmission vehicles
• Basic computer and internet skills

PHYSICAL DEMAND 

This is an in-person position and your attendance is required to maintain employment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

The year was 1979 when the Southern Auto Group opened its first location in the Hampton Roads area. Today, this massive conglomerate has grown into 16 core dealerships located in Chesapeake, Newport News, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach. There are 15 new car brands that include: Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram Trucks, FIAT, Alfa Romeo, Chevrolet, Ford, Buick, GMC, Kia, Volkswagen, Nissan, Hyundai, and Acura. Plus, state-of-the-art Collision Centers, a Pre-owned Car and Truck Liquidation Outlet, and over 700 employees on its payroll.

Due to a consistent increase in business, the dealerships are always looking for qualified candidates to fill a variety of positions. In addition to the vast opportunities we have available, you will find that management encourages and promotes advancement opportunities within each dealership.

Take advantage of this opportunity to work for one of the Largest Auto Groups in Hampton Roads!

Discover more about our organization at DrivingSouthern.com. Or check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/SouthernAutoGroup.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

• Health Insurance 
• Health Savings Account
• Medical GAP Insurance
• Dental
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - John Hancock
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Birthday Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employer Paid Basic Life & AD&D Benefit
• Short Term and Long Term Disability (Voluntary Benefit)
• Accident Solution Plan (Voluntary Benefit)
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Benefit)
• Cancer Protection Insurance (Voluntary Benefit)
• MASA Medical Transport Solutions (Voluntary Benefit)
• Employee Car Buying Program 
• Direct Deposit