Automotive Service Advisor

Haggerty Ford Inc.; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Uncapped commission

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off and holidays

Ford factory training and certs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Haggerty Auto Group is seeking a high-energy Automotive Service Advisor to join our Ford dealership team. You will greet guests, diagnose initial vehicle symptoms, and serve as the primary liaison between customers and Ford-certified technicians, ensuring clear communication throughout the repair process.

The role offers a stable base salary plus an uncapped commission structure, with comprehensive benefits, paid time off, Ford factory training, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience in retail, hospitality, or similar.
• 1–3 years as an automotive service advisor or service writer is a plus; training available.
• Familiarity with Ford vehicles and factory maintenance intervals is advantageous.
• Experience with dealership management systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and capture service requests.
• Explain maintenance needs and advise on Ford Factory intervals.
• Prepare cost estimates and obtain approvals; explain warranties.
• Coordinate OEM parts availability and monitor repair progress.
• Update customers and encourage online reviews.

Skills

Customer service

Automotive knowledge

DMS proficiency

Communication skills

Driver's license

Tools

Reynolds & Reynolds

CDK Global

Dealertrack

FordOne

OASIS

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a high-energy, customer-focusedAutomotive Service Advisorto join our Ford dealership team. In this role, you will serve as the primary liaison between our customers and our Ford-certified service technicians. You will be responsible for greeting guests, diagnosing initial vehicle symptoms, recommending scheduled Ford maintenance, and keeping customers informed throughout the repair process. This position offers a stablebase salary coupled with an uncapped commission structure, making it an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals who excel in customer service and thrive in a performance-driven sales environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Customer Relations & Intake: Greet service department customers promptly and courteously. Listen actively to customer descriptions of vehicle symptoms and clearly translate repair needs into actionable work orders for technicians.
• Service & Maintenance Consulting: Advise customers on routine maintenance based onFord Factory Scheduled Maintenance intervals and the specific needs of their vehicles.
• Estimates & Approvals: Prepare clear, accurate written cost estimates for parts and labor. Explain the scope of work, warranty protections (such as the Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty or Ford Protect Extended Service Plans), and potential cost savings to the customer. Obtain authorized signatures prior to beginning work.
• Workflow Management: Coordinate with the Parts Department to verify original equipment manufacturer (OEM) part availability and pricing. Monitor the repair progress of vehicles throughout the day and establish accurate promised completion times for customers.
• Communication & Follow-up: Keep customers updated on any changes in service scope, scheduling, or cost. Conduct post-service explanations of repair orders and charges, handle customer complaints with empathy, and actively request online reviews to bolster dealership reputation.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Previous experience in customer service, retail, or hospitality is required.1–3 years of experience as an automotive service advisor or service writer is a major plus, but we are willing to train the right individual with a strong service background.
• Technical Knowledge: General familiarity with automotive products, powertrain systems, and routine maintenance components. Familiarity with Ford vehicles (including Ford EcoBoost engines, Ford Pro commercial vehicles, or Ford EV models) is highly advantageous.
• Software Proficiency: Comfort learning new software. Experience utilizing dealership management systems (DMS) like Reynolds & Reynolds, CDK Global, or Dealertrack, alongside Ford-specific web tools (OASIS, FordOne, etc.), is a plus.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to translate technical automotive jargon into simple, consumer-friendly terms.
• License: Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record for test-driving customer vehicles.

What We Offer

• Competitive Base Salary to ensure a stable financial foundation.
• Uncapped Commission Structure driven by gross profit, parts/labor sales, and meeting CSI (Customer Satisfaction Index) metrics.
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match).
• Paid time off and major holiday pay.
• Ongoing Ford factory training and certification opportunities.
• Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, parts, and service.

About Us:

Haggerty Auto Group, with its dealerships in Glen Ellyn, West Chicago, and Villa Park, is the most reliable and trusted dealer in the region. We carry a wide selection of new Ford, Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC vehicles, as well as a huge inventory of certified, quality-condition used vehicles.We offer reliable service and repair to the many makes and models we sell. Customer service is our top priority here at Haggerty Auto Group, and ourteams are experienced, industry-trained, and certified in their various areas.No other group dealership in Illinois sells more new & used vehicles of our brands or has more satisfied customers than Haggerty Auto Group!

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment withoutregard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protectedveteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristicprotected by federal, state or local laws.