What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrator position at Leelanau Automotive?
Job Summary
The Part-Time Service Administrator supports daily front-office operations in a busy automotive repair environment. This position is responsible for customer communications, appointment scheduling, vehicle intake and onboarding, administrative support, basic inventory coordination, and light facility upkeep. The role requires accuracy, professionalism, and the ability to work in a loud, fast-paced shop environment with occasional outdoor tasks.
Customer Experience & Front Desk Operations
Greet visitors and manage front counter traffic professionally
Serve as the primary contact for phone, text, email, and walk-in inquiries
Schedule service appointments and update calendars accurately
Provide timely customer updates and general assistance
Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming lobby area
Vehicle Intake & Onboarding
Receive customer keys and perform check-in procedures
Work outdoors year-round to retrieve or intake vehicles as needed
Install protective coverings (seat covers, floor mats, etc.) in every incoming vehicle
Record full vehicle details: VIN, plate, make/model, mileage, color, owner information, etc.
Enter accurate customer and vehicle data into the shop management system
Administrative Support & Documentation
Generate operational, scheduling, and administrative reports
Perform filing, scanning, and document organization
Reconcile incoming parts with vendor invoices
Track and process core returns and credits
Support service writers and leadership with general administrative tasks
Inventory & Facility Support
Monitor and restock basic shop supplies, office materials, and consumables
Place replenishment orders when stock reaches defined levels
Perform light janitorial duties in the lobby, restrooms, and break room
Work Environment Expectations
Operate confidently in a loud, dusty, high-activity automotive shop
Move between the office and shop floor frequently
Perform outdoor tasks in all seasons and weather conditions
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Required
- Customer Service Ability to interact professionally with customers in-person, by phone, and via digital communication
- Administrative Skills Filing, data entry, scheduling, organization, document management
- Computer Literacy Microsoft Outlook, basic office software, digital forms, email/web-based tools
- Data Accuracy High attention to detail when entering vehicle/customer information
- Communication Clear verbal and written communication
- Physical Requirements Lift up to 50 lbs, navigate shop environment, work outdoors
- Time Management Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage interruptions effectively
- Professionalism Reliability, punctuality, customer-facing demeanor
Preferred Knowledge and skills
Automotive Knowledge Basic understanding of automotive terminology or service
processes
Parts/Inventory Handling Reconciling invoices, tracking core returns, receiving parts
Shop Management
Software Prior experience using automotive or service scheduling systems
Small Business Operations Experience supporting a small team or high-variance workflow
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or GED
Prior customer service or administrative experience
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and accurate data entry
Ability to perform mathematical functions and interpret financial information
Reliable transportation and consistent attendance
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in automotive service, parts, or repair settings
Familiarity with QuickBooks or equivalent accounting software
Experience producing simple reports or reconciling invoices
Experience in a small business environment with cross-functional duties
Physical & Environmental Requirements
Lift and carry up to 50 lbs unassisted
Stand, bend, kneel, reach, and move frequently throughout the day
Work inside the shop environment (noise, dust, vehicle movement)
Work outdoors in rain, snow, heat, and cold during vehicle intake
Move supplies or materials between office and shop areas
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25