What are the responsibilities and job description for the Service Advisor position at Nuss Truck & Equipment?
The Service Advisor serves as the primary liaison between customers and the service department. This role is responsible for scheduling service work, preparing accurate estimates, coordinating repair instructions, and ensuring that customer expectations are met throughout the repair process. The Service Advisor also plays a critical role in selling additional services, maintaining regulatory compliance, and supporting the overall productivity, safety, and profitability of the dealership.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Customer & Service Coordination
Education
Join Nuss Truck & Equipment—recognized as the 2017 American Truck Dealer of the Year—and take advantage of top-tier wages, matched vacation time, a generous hiring bonus, and the security of a premium benefits package. As one of the Midwest’s largest providers of both on-highway and vocational trucks, along with world-class Volvo Construction Equipment—including paving products and services—Nuss proudly serves every sector of the transportation and construction industries. Our award-winning sales and service teams bring decades of experience, with many team members delivering exceptional customer care for over 25 years. With ten strategic dealership locations across the Midwest—Rochester, Mankato, St. Cloud, Roseville, Burnsville, Duluth, East Bethel, Monticello (MN), Eau Claire (WI), and Sikeston (MO)—Nuss continues to grow and lead with integrity, service, and expertise.
Other Details
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities and requirements.
Nuss Truck & Equipment is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Customer & Service Coordination
- Greet customers, take repair requests, and provide accurate cost and time estimates in a timely manner.
- Maintain clear, proactive communication with customers throughout the repair process, ensuring expectations are understood and met.
- Develop strong working relationships with customers to drive satisfaction, retention, and dealer growth.
- Open, update, and close repair orders with accuracy and efficiency.
- Complete warranty documentation and related financial recordkeeping tasks as required by OEM and dealership standards.
- Ensure all parts purchases and related charges are documented correctly and on time.
- Provide technicians with clear repair instructions, job details, and performance expectations.
- Conduct evaluations and work quality reviews with technicians to ensure compliance with dealership and OEM standards.
- Coordinate with the Parts Department to ensure timely availability of required components.
- Ensure all regulatory requirements related to vehicles, shop environments, and warranty administration are met.
- Promote and support a safe, efficient work environment that complies with OSHA and company safety standards.
- Report operational concerns, compliance issues, and performance metrics to the Service Manager as required.
- Attend required company training and OEM programs to maintain up-to-date knowledge.
- This role has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
- May assist with mentoring apprentices, interns, or new hires as assigned.
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a heavy truck or equipment technician.
- Prior experience with Mack and Volvo products, dealership operations, and OEM systems preferred.
- Experience with regulatory compliance related to vehicles, warranties, and shop operations.
- Strong technical troubleshooting knowledge with heavy trucks or equipment.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proficiency with computers and dealership software systems.
- Professional demeanor and personal appearance.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining accuracy and composure.
- Positive attitude with a focus on problem-solving and collaboration.
- Primarily office/desk-based role within the service department.
- Frequent movement throughout the service shop to interact with technicians and inspect vehicles.
- Regular exposure to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, paint, and other hazardous or non-hazardous materials.
- Must be able to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods.
- Adhere to all dealership policies, procedures, and OEM requirements.
- Protect the confidentiality of customer and company information.
- Participate in required training, performance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Report all safety concerns, incidents, or compliance issues immediately to leadership.
Join Nuss Truck & Equipment—recognized as the 2017 American Truck Dealer of the Year—and take advantage of top-tier wages, matched vacation time, a generous hiring bonus, and the security of a premium benefits package. As one of the Midwest’s largest providers of both on-highway and vocational trucks, along with world-class Volvo Construction Equipment—including paving products and services—Nuss proudly serves every sector of the transportation and construction industries. Our award-winning sales and service teams bring decades of experience, with many team members delivering exceptional customer care for over 25 years. With ten strategic dealership locations across the Midwest—Rochester, Mankato, St. Cloud, Roseville, Burnsville, Duluth, East Bethel, Monticello (MN), Eau Claire (WI), and Sikeston (MO)—Nuss continues to grow and lead with integrity, service, and expertise.
Other Details
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities and requirements.
Nuss Truck & Equipment is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.
