What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Service Advisor/Writer position at Kenworth of Jacksonville?
Kenworth SVC Advisor
Compensation: $50,000 to $80,000 per year based on experience
Employment type: Salary and Commision
Franchised Kenworth Truck dealer in Jacksonville FL, full service dealership offering sales, part’s, service, and body shop.
Full OEM dealer benefits package HMO health care / dental program / matching 401k program / paid time off (PTO)
We have just moved into a new 56,000 sq. ft. building and we are growing our service work/team in NE Florida. KWJAX is looking for additional Service Writers for our Leasing Division to help our SVC manager continue to grow the Jacksonville market. We are looking for someone who has excellent communication skills and experience with Automotive Dealerships. The position will direct customer service priorities through our existing triage team and a very talented mainline technician group.
We have dedicated significant resources to enhancing our operation through technology, training, and talented people.
The ideal candidate would have a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a dealership service department. The candidate must also have strong attention to detail, exceptional customer service skills, and must be committed to shape the future of our operation.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Operational management of the Customer intake and comunication.
- Develop and grow relationships with customers
- Communicate with customers options for uptime
- Open and Close RO's
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 3-5 years working in a franchised dealership
- Must be detailed oriented, organized, determined, ambitious, and a “team player”
- Strong verbal communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Essential Duties include but are not limited to the following.
Other duties may be assigned. * Schedules service appointments. 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. * Refers to service history, inspects vehicle, and recommends additional needed service. * Advises customers on the care of their vehicle and the value of maintaining their vehicles in accordance with manufacturers' specifications. * Provides a complete and accurate written cost estimate for labor and parts. * Coordinates with required departments for completing scheduling and required service repairs.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- relevant: 2 years (Preferred)
- service advisor: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Jacksonville, FL 32254: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $80,000