Service Advisor

Tony Graham Automotive Group; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable automotive service provider in Ottawa is seeking a Service Advisor to greet customers and manage their service needs. The ideal candidate has customer service experience, knowledge of automotive services, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include advising customers on needed service work and ensuring their satisfaction. Competitive salary and a supportive work environment are provided.

Benefits

Participation in benefit plan

Professional development opportunities

Paid birthday leave

Employee discounts

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Fluent in English, both oral and written.
• Valid Driver's Licence and acceptable Driver's Abstract required.
• Reliable and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Greet service customers courteously and assist with service concerns.
• Communicate required service work to maintain vehicle safety.
• Handle customer inquiries and resolve service issues promptly.

Skills

Customer service skills

Effective communication

Sales oriented

Automotive background

Problem-solving skills

Education

Completion of Secondary School

1 year experience as Service Advisor

Tools

Computer knowledge

Job description

Overview

Tony Graham Automotive Group

Job Title: Service Advisor

Report to: Service Manager

Location: 299 West Hunt Club Road Ottawa, ON K2E 1A6 – On-Site

Employment Status: Full-time permanent

Closing Date: Until filled

Who We Are

The Tony Graham Automotive Group (TGAG) is a reputable and established business, with over 50 years in the Ottawa area. Our group consists of Tony Graham Toyota, Tony Graham Lexus, Kanata Toyota, Collision Center, and AADA Leasing. We recognize that our employees define us; we cannot deliver a great customer experience without a talented team. The car industry is a constantly changing, fast-paced industry that offers fulfilling careers and competitive salaries. It is a huge industry with jobs available in all segments, room for growth, and a wide array of choices for both those who are looking to jump-start an exciting career or change career paths. We offer a unique, diverse, and dynamic work environment.

Job Summary

To greet service customers in a friendly, professional manner and assist them with all service concerns. To inform customers of service work that is required in order to maintain a safe and efficient vehicle. To recommend any service that would enhance the overall quality of the operation of the customer's vehicle.

What We Offer

You will work in a dynamic workplace with people who live the values of our organization and will enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities at Tony Graham Automotive Group, including :

• Participation in TGAG group benefit plan after three months and participation in the RRSP / DPSP after two years
• Reimbursement of recertification and designation costs
• Professional development opportunities
• Staff discounts on new and used car sales and parts and service rates
• Paid birthday leave
• Employees can purchase parts on behalf of their family members and obtain the employee discount

Reasons why you\'ll enjoy working with Tony Graham Automotive Group

• Career Development: Internal hiring is a big part of our recruitment process. We encourage our employees to strive for more challenging roles in the workplace
• The safety of our employees is our top priority. We ensure that we stay compliant with the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations
• Paid Training / Professional development opportunities
• Paid birthday leave – We offer our employees to have the opportunity to take their birthday off paid
• Welcoming work culture & great workplace environment

What You Offer

General Responsibilities :

• Meet and greet customers in a courteous and friendly manner. Work with customers and assist them by taking information to have any service problems taken care of. Probe with questions so that you may effectively relay information to the technicians about the service related problems that are to be solved
• Walk around vehicle with customers with customer present in Drive Thru area
• Note any visible damage and advise customer appropriately
• Ensure the appropriate sales are made and no under or over selling
• Explain all costs associated with the service to guests and once they agree, have them sign a repair order
• Understand and apply factory and after-market warranties
• Advise customer of any service items in need of attention upon inspection. Sell customer on work required from inspection and / or make appropriate appointments
• Enter all data and information related to the servicing of the vehicle is complete for the technicians; including promised / pick up time. Any extra information that may be required to complete the service to the customer\'s satisfaction must be noted
• Determine promise-time adding contingency to promise-time to determine pick up time, and advising customer
• Use the systems and procedures in place for work orders, tagging keys, and special instructions
• Handle all incoming telephone calls promptly and courteously
• Follow up on parts, sublets, and job completions
• Notify customer promptly of any delays or changes in service schedule
• Work as an intermediary between the technicians and customers to relay information regarding the estimate for repairs (time, parts, and costs), additional repairs (time, parts, and costs), and obtaining authorizations to have the repairs completed in a timely manner
• Work with the Parts Department personnel to order any special order parts to ensure customer vehicles are completed in a timely manner
• Check repair orders for accuracy and completion prior to close out
• In the case of come-backs, follow up on problem(s). Attach previous repair order to comeback repair order. Confirm repair action taken. Apologize sincerely to the customer for any inconvenience to them
• Assist the Administration Department\'s Cash Receipts Clerk to find any errant work orders, payments, or discrepancies in order to balance the day\'s cash, if applicable
• Take payments for work that has been completed (Service, Express Lube), process invoices, and give receipts to customers, if applicable
• Attend and actively participating in scheduled Service Department meetings
• Attend training / seminar courses as required
• Report to management any circumstance or condition that compromises the integrity or safety of the dealership, personnel, or customers
• Assist management with functions deemed necessary to ensure customer satisfaction, or Tony Graham Automotive Group Department goals
• Promote every aspect of the Tony Graham Automotive Group to the client
• Consult with management team about customer expectations and barriers
• Stay informed of the company, industry and competitive changes and development
• Produce quality work that evidences pride of workmanship. Maintaining the workspace assigned in an organized, clean and safe manner
• Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures of the Tony Graham Automotive Group
• Ensure compliance with all applicable legislation (i.e., Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Human Rights Code, Highway Traffic Act, etc.)
• Any other responsibilities as required and / or as assigned

The successful candidate will have the following

Education and Qualification

• Completion of Secondary School
• Previous Service Advisor experience : 1 year is an asset
• Valid Driver\'s Licence and acceptable Driver\'s Abstract
• Clean driving record, and reporting to management any circumstances regarding the status of this license

Language

• Fluent in English, oral and written
• Bilingualism, an asset

Skills & Abilities

• Mature personality and sound judgement skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills to deal with customers both in person and by phone
• Effective conflict resolution & problem-solving skills
• Computer knowledge
• Mathematical skills
• Automotive background required
• Mechanical skills or knowledge an asset
• Ability to drive both standard and automatic transmissions
• Ability to maintain professionalism at all times
• Sales oriented and customer focused. Previous retail / direct sales an asset
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and ensure attention to detail
• Good initiative, ambitious
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently
• Reliable, professional and responsible

Schedule

Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm

Rotational Saturday as business requires.

Pay

Estimated Annual Income - $60,000 - $90,000

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Ability to commute / relocate

• Nepean, ON K2E 1A6 : reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence / Certification

• Class G Drivers License (required)

Work Location: In person