Service Advisor - Barrie Kia

The 401 Group; Barrie; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The 401 Group is hiring a Customer-Focused Service Advisor at our Barrie location. You will serve as the face of the service department, guiding customers through a professional, friendly experience from check-in to pick-up.

Responsibilities include estimating, ordering repairs, communicating with customers, and maintaining records. A valid G license and 1–2 years in customer service are preferred; auto experience is a plus. Flexible hours including Saturdays are required.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience required or 1–2 years in the role.
• Strong communication and organization.
• Auto industry knowledge is an asset.
• Must have a valid G-class license.

Responsibilities

• Ascertain services by listening to symptoms and inspecting the vehicle.
• Verify warranty coverage and explain provisions.
• Develop estimates by costing materials and labour.
• Prepare repair orders and obtain approvals.
• Maintain customer rapport and obtain approvals.
• Record problems and corrective actions.
• Update knowledge by training materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Flexible hours

Valid driver\'s license

Tools

Auto experience

Job description

Now Hiring: Customer-Focused Service Advisor – Be the Friendly Face of Our Service Department & Drive an Exceptional Experience Every Visit!

Be the Voice of Confidence – Guide Customers Through a 5-Star Service Experience!

We’re looking for a customer-focused, organized, and energetic Service Advisor to join our dynamic dealership team! As the first point of contact for service customers, you’ll play a key role in delivering a smooth, professional, and friendly experience from check-in to pick-up.

Location: 52 King St, Barrie ON (Kia)

Compensation: $55,000-$75,000 per year

What You Will Be Doing:

• Ascertain auto services by listening to customer's description of symptoms; clarifying the description of problems; conducting inspections; taking test drives; checking vehicle maintenance records; examining service schedules
• Verify warranty and service contract coverage by examining records and papers; explaining provisions and exclusions
• Develop estimates by costing materials, supplies, and labour; calculating customer's payment, including deductibles
• Prepare repair orders (RO) by describing symptoms, problems, and causes discovered, as well as repairs and services required; obtaining approval signatures; entering RO into service database system
• Maintain customer rapport by explaining estimates and expected return of vehicle; obtaining customer's approval of estimates; obtaining and providing contact telephone numbers; answering questions and concerns; arranging towing and temporary transportation
• Maintain accurate records by recording problems and corrective actions planned
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading manufacturers' publications
• Other duties as assigned

What You Bring to the Table:

• Excellent customer service skills
• Minimum 1 - 2 years in a customer service role
• Auto experience considered an asset
• Valid G Drivers License
• Able to work flexible hours within our business hours including Saturdays

So why work for us?

• The 401 Group of Companies is privately owned and 100% Canadian
• 40+ State-of-the-art facilities including a "Google-like" call centre and an 80,000 sq. ft. centralized service "Hub"
• A fun, fast-paced, and high-energy work environment with exciting initiatives and rewarding perks.
• Personalized coaching, mentoring, and training focused on both individual growth and team success.
• Empowering you to grow with meaningful career path planning and advancement opportunities.
• Health & wellness benefit enrollment opportunities
• Employee referral bonus opportunities
• Enjoy exclusive employee pricing on automotive parts and service, along with a special discount at the Blackshop.
• Perkopolis Enrollment
• On-site Parking

The 401 Group of Companies, is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's fastest growing Elite Business Management Groups offering a full line of automotive, recreational vehicle, powersport and marine products and services. Our headquarters is located in the thriving city of Cambridge, Ontario. Our brands include but aren't limited to Kia, Mitsubishi, Volkswagen, Hyundai, Subaru, Honda, Nissan, Toyota, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Buick, GMC, Yamaha, 401 Auto Financing, CampMart and Grand River Boats.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code.The 401 Group of Companies Recruiting Team is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact HR, 226-535-9077 or [e-mail]

This posting reflects a current and active opening.