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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly motivated and customer-oriented Service Advisor to join our team. In this role, you will be the primary point of contact for customers seeking service and repair work on their vehicles. You will be responsible for greeting customers, understanding their service needs, recommending solutions, and providing them with accurate estimates of time and cost. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of automotive service processes, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. You will play a crucial role in ensuring customer satisfaction by keeping them informed of the progress of their service, managing any issues that arise, and ensuring that all work is completed to a high standard. With your knowledge and expertise, you will also be expected to build and maintain strong relationships with customers, providing them with advice and assistance on maintaining their vehicles. This position requires someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering exceptional customer service.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Greet customers and conduct initial consultations to determine their service needs.
- Advise customers on necessary and recommended services and repairs.
- Provide accurate estimates for services and repairs, including time and cost.
- Schedule service appointments and coordinate with the service team.
- Keep customers informed of the progress of their vehicle's service.
- Handle customer inquiries and resolve any issues or complaints.
- Maintain a thorough knowledge of automotive services and products.
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
- Ensure all services and repairs meet quality standards.
- Process service orders and complete necessary paperwork.
- Follow up with customers to ensure satisfaction with services provided.
- Manage and update customer records in the service database.
- Collaborate with technicians to ensure timely completion of services.
- Stay informed of new automotive technologies and service practices.
- Participate in training and development opportunities.
- Ensure the service area is clean and organized.
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
- Assist in managing service department inventory.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary automotive training preferred.
- Proven experience as a Service Advisor or similar role in the automotive industry.
- Strong understanding of automotive service and repair.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in service department software and tools.
- Ability to read and understand technical manuals and documentation.
- Valid driver's license.
- Flexibility to work weekends and extended hours as needed.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Strong sales skills with the ability to upsell services and products.
- Physical ability to stand for long periods and move around the service area.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations.
- Ability to handle stressful situations and dissatisfied customers professionally.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your previous experience in automotive service advising?
- How do you handle a situation where a customer is dissatisfied with the service provided?
- What strategies do you use to upsell services and products to customers?
- How do you stay updated with new automotive technologies and service practices?
- Can you give an example of how you managed a particularly challenging service request?
- How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple customers at once?
- What is your approach to handling customer complaints?
- How do you ensure that all services and repairs meet quality standards?
- Can you describe a time when you had to work under pressure to meet a tight deadline?
- What do you think is the most important quality for a Service Advisor to have?