Service Advisor
Summary
Title: | Service Advisor |
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ID: | 3440 |
Job Type: | Full-Time |
Location: | Idaho Falls, ID |
Openings: | 1 |
Description
Are you ready to join an industry leader with a strong foundation of success? Kenworth Sales Company was recently awarded the 2020 Dealer of the Year award and after 79 years of consistent excellence, we are still growing! We have recently joined forces with Truck Enterprises, Inc. and now span 10 states across the country and boast 31 locations with over 1400 employees. We have exciting career opportunities available today in most of our locations. We are always looking for highly motivated individuals with a passion for helping our customers build the kind of success that Kenworth knows so well.
We are looking for a Service Advisor to join our Idaho Falls, ID location.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 10am - 7pm
JOB SUMMARY:
The primary function of the Service Writer is to generate, monitor and close all repair orders while assisting the Service Manager with management of Service Department records and files. The job also includes compiling, scanning and sending all warranty documentation to the District Warranty Administrator.
** Due to federally mandated DOT regulations, Kenworth Sales Company/Truck Enterprises is a drug-free workplace. Any offer of employment will be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screening.
DUTIES ANS RESPONSIBILITIES:
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
The Service Advisor reports to the Service Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS:
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Part of this position is physically demanding. May require lifting up to 75 pounds. Will stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, handle and feel. Will be exposed to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, paint, and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials. Must climb in and out of customer’s vehicles to record information. The other part of this position will require deskwork, including use of computer video monitor, telephone, ten-key calculator and completing paperwork. Must wear a dealership uniform.
BENEFITS
Kenworth Sales Company is a family of companies based in Salt Lake City, Utah of over 35 dealerships in the Intermountain West and Mid-Atlantic regions.
We are looking for a Service Advisor to join our Idaho Falls, ID location.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 10am - 7pm
JOB SUMMARY:
The primary function of the Service Writer is to generate, monitor and close all repair orders while assisting the Service Manager with management of Service Department records and files. The job also includes compiling, scanning and sending all warranty documentation to the District Warranty Administrator.
** Due to federally mandated DOT regulations, Kenworth Sales Company/Truck Enterprises is a drug-free workplace. Any offer of employment will be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screening.
DUTIES ANS RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Personally coordinates all customer contact with the Service Department, including, service appointments, and customer authorization on service orders, status of repair inquiries, payment terms and complaints. Maintains a system of service quoting so customers are always informed of what they are buying and what they are expected to pay.
- Generates and maintains all work orders and repair orders. Assists customer in identifying needed services. Issues clear repair instructions to Service Technicians and Foremen.
- Coordinates with Service Manager and Foremen to assure completion of work within time promised to customer. Monitors repair progress and updates customer of any changes in agreed service, costs, or time of completion. Obtains customer authorization for any such changes.
- Reviews all labor charges on hourly rate repair orders. Closes all repair orders in coordination with Service Manager. Reconciles original repair order with final invoice while ensuring proper signatures have been received. Tracks down and resolves all discrepancies prior to transmitting.
- Ensures timely, competent and courteous relations with all customers.
- Promotes the sale of labor, parts and accessories during customer contact. Maintains follow-up with customer on suggested repairs to meet the customer’s expectations.
- Maintains up-to-date information on hourly service rates, service specials etc. offered by competitors.
- Reviews all OEM data on repairs to identify campaigns, federal recall and OEM action repairs.
- Assists Service Manager in the management of Service Department and scans all files and records. Staggers lunch hour with Service Manager to cover phones daily.
- Monitors all open repair orders daily and closes quickly as possible. Monitors Inter-company tickets to ensure equal priority.
- Determines warranty status of repairs with the Service Manager and Warranty Administrator’s help while compiling all documentation to complete any warranty claims.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
The Service Advisor reports to the Service Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to read and comprehend English instructions and information.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must have a working knowledge of all heavy truck repair methods.
- Must have the ability to identify and meet Customer needs and requirements.
- Must be a hard worker and a self-starter and a problem solver.
- Organizational and time management skills a must.
- Exceptional phone and Customer service skills required.
- Appearance must meet the company image and requirements.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Part of this position is physically demanding. May require lifting up to 75 pounds. Will stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, handle and feel. Will be exposed to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, paint, and other hazardous and non-hazardous materials. Must climb in and out of customer’s vehicles to record information. The other part of this position will require deskwork, including use of computer video monitor, telephone, ten-key calculator and completing paperwork. Must wear a dealership uniform.
BENEFITS
- Kenworth Sales Company, Inc. promotes a progressive environment with an emphasis on teamwork, customer service, training and personal development.
- Stability – Company is financially strong with an established base of customers and is well-positioned for continued expansion.
- History of Excellence – Work for an award-winning dealership with a reputation for unsurpassed quality and customer service.
- Excellent compensation and benefits package including comprehensive Health and Dental insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) with FLEX Card, Group Life Insurance, Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Corporate Holidays, Paid Vacation and Personal Leave, 401(k) plan with company match, and Voluntary Supplemental Insurance plans.
Veterans are encouraged to apply!
About the company:Kenworth Sales Company is a family of companies based in Salt Lake City, Utah of over 35 dealerships in the Intermountain West and Mid-Atlantic regions.
An Equal Opportunity employer, Smoke Free/Drug Free Facility. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.