Automotive Service Advisor/Writer

Merrillville, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/4/2024

We currently need to add 1 More Service Advisor to our staff! We are in the process of a rebuild of our service department and need someone with positive thinking, accountability, as well as being a team player!

We use dealer track along with xtime!

As a Service Advisor, you’ll be part of a team servicing 15 cars a day and building customer loyalty that spans generations. We have a goal to reach 25 a day.

Along with your communication skills and automotive knowledge, you’ll utilize leading-edge technology to uncover selling opportunities that keep drivers safe in their vehicles.

Join Muller Acura of Merrillville and accelerate as far and fast as your talent and our support can take you.

Position Overview

Working in our state of the art service department, the Service Advisor acts as the go-between for Service Technicians and customers. In this position, you’ll be able to get out from behind the desk and play an active role in the service lane.

Muller Acura will look to you to explain the Service Technician’s recommendations to the customer in easy-to-understand language – and suggest up-sell opportunities to keep the customer’s vehicle safe.

What Will I Do Every Day?

  • Set, confirm and prepare for appointments with customers so they can have a great service experience
  • Meet or exceed targeted sales goals & the targeted customer satisfaction index
  • Greet customers in a friendly manner when they arrive
  • Determine vehicle needs based on customer information and a vehicle walk-around, inspections and test drives
  • Use a consultative selling process to assist customers in planning for ongoing required maintenance of their vehicle
  • Produce repair orders for customers, including cost and time estimates, with full transparency
  • Communicate frequently with technicians and parts associates to ensure timely completion of work
  • Follow up with customers on the status of their vehicle, based on how the customer wants to be informed
  • Follow up with customers to ensure satisfaction
  • Gain superior product knowledge to effectively help customers
  • Provide an exceptional customer experience to drive loyalty

What are the requirements for this job?

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Proven ability to provide an exceptional customer experience
  • Ability to set and achieve targeted goals
  • Prior sales experience preferred but not required
  • Demonstrated communication, consultative, interpersonal and organizational skills
  • The willingness to follow up with customers
  • Experience and desire to work with technology
  • Valid in-state driver’s license and an acceptable, safe driving record

Why should I come work for Muller? You want to work for a car dealer that has a strong moral compass and treats all of its associates with respect, and opportunity to grow within our organization.

Muller Acura of Merrillville is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Day range:

  • Weekend availability

Shift:

  • 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Merrillville, IN 46410: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Day range:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Shift:

  • 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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