Dealership Service Advisor - Dave Smith Motors

Sonic Automotive

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Kellogg, Idaho

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Service Advisor is responsible for scheduling service appointments, greeting customers, and providing accurate cost estimates for repairs. They also monitor repair progress, communicate updates to customers, and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

You have at least 1 year of experience in a dealership role, such as an advisor, BDC, or service department position. You possess general knowledge of vehicle mechanical operations and are proficient in using CDK. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

Must Have Skills for ATS

CDK

Service Advisor

Job Description

Company Description

At Dave Smith Motors, a Sonic Automotive family dealership, you'll find the opportunities, resources, and support you need to grow and develop professionally. Our 100+ dealerships are concerned with more than moving inventory; they're committed to your success and invested in your future. So read on, and consider a rewarding career with Sonic Automotive, Inc.

Annual Salary Range:

$75,000-$120,000

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Schedules service appointments and obtains customer and vehicle data prior to arrival when possible.
  • Greets customers in a timely, friendly manner.
  • Provides a complete and accurate written cost estimate for labor and parts. Establishes "promised time".
  • Checks on progress of repair throughout the day. Contacts customers regarding any changes in the estimate or promise time, explains cost and time requirements in detail, and gets proper authorization before any additional repairs are performed.
  • Test-drive the vehicle or refer to the test technician as necessary.
  • Maintain Customer Satisfaction Index rating at least comparable to that of the manufacturer, zone or branch average.
  • Advise customers on the care of their cars and the value of maintaining their vehicles in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications, using maintenance menus.
  • Maintains a dealership-prescribed standard for “hours per customer repair order written."
  • Understands and follows federal, state and local regulations, such as those governing the disposal of hazardous wastes, OSHA right-to-know, etc.
  • Follows all company safety policies and procedures, and immediately report any and all accidents to a manager or supervisor.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • 1+ years of experience in a dealership position (Advisor, BDC, Service department role)
  • Experience working with and using CDK
  • General knowledge of vehicle mechanical operations.
  • High school diploma or the equivalent.
  • Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
  • Must be authorized to work in the USA
  • Must be willing to undergo pre-employment compliance requirements: Drug testing, background check, MVR.

Additional Information

Compensation (Commission-based role):

  • Anticipated $70,000-$120000 (if meeting quotas and metrics set by dealership.)
  • SHL Package: Sonic Sales Associate
  • Dealership: 598 - Dave Smith Motors Inc
  • Compensation: USD 70000 - USD 120000 - yearly
  • Sonic Automotive

    Sonic Automotive, Inc., a Fortune 500 company based in Charlotte, North Carolina, is on a quest to become the most valuable diversified automotive retail and service brand in America. Our Company culture thrives on creating, innovating, and providing industry-leading guest experiences, driven by strategic investments in technology, teammates, and ideas that ultimately fulfill ownership dreams, enrich lives, and deliver happiness to our guests and teammates. As one of the largest automotive and powersports retailers in America, we are committed to delivering on this goal while pursuing expansive growth and taking progressive measures to be the leader in these categories. Our new platforms, programs, and people are set to drive the next generation of automotive and powersports guest experiences.
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