Automotive Service Advisor

dickhuvaeresrichmondcdjr; Richmond (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Vehicle discounts

Training opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

Dick Huvaere’s Richmond Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is seeking a Service Advisor to be the primary contact in the Service Department, delivering an exceptional customer experience and accurately identifying service needs.

You will write repair orders, present recommended maintenance, and maintain clear communication with customers, technicians, and management to meet CSI goals and drive service revenue. If you are professional, organized, and customer-focused, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Previous automotive Service Advisor or Service Writer experience preferred.
• Strong automotive knowledge and ability to explain vehicle repairs.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong sales and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and establish a positive relationship.
• Document symptoms and requested services accurately.
• Write clear repair orders and obtain authorization.
• Explain repairs based on guidelines and vehicle condition.
• Maintain consistent customer communication throughout repair.
• Collaborate with technicians and parts staff to ensure quality.
• Monitor progress and update customers on times.
• Review completed work and explain charges.
• Identify opportunities to increase service revenue.

Skills

Service Advisor experience

Excellent communication

Customer service

Sales skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Tools

DMS software

Job description

About Us

Dick Huvaere’s Richmond Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is a locally owned dealership with a long-standing reputation for exceptional customer service and a strong commitment to our customers and employees. Our Service Department is a key part of that reputation, and we are looking for an experienced, motivated Service Advisor to join our team.

Position Summary

The Service Advisor is the primary point of contact between our customers and our Service Department. This position is responsible for creating an exceptional customer experience while accurately identifying service needs, recommending appropriate repairs and maintenance, and effectively communicating with customers and technicians throughout the repair process.

The ideal candidate is confident, professional, organized, customer-focused, and understands that a successful Service Advisor must balance customer satisfaction, technician productivity, and communication amongst all parties.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet customers promptly and professionally and establish a positive relationship.
• Listen carefully to customer concerns and accurately document vehicle symptoms and requested services.
• Write clear and accurate repair orders.
• Inspect vehicles and communicate recommended maintenance and repairs based on manufacturer guidelines, technician findings, and vehicle condition.
• Present repair recommendations and explain the value and importance of needed repairs in a clear, professional manner.
• Prepare accurate estimates and obtain customer authorization before performing additional work.
• Maintain consistent communication with customers throughout the repair process.
• Work closely with technicians, parts personnel, and management to ensure repairs are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Monitor repair order progress and keep customers informed of changes to completion times or repair recommendations.
• Review completed repairs with customers and explain work performed and charges.
• Handle customer questions and concerns professionally and work toward effective resolutions.
• Maintain high CSI and customer retention standards.
• Identify opportunities to increase customer-pay and maintenance business while always recommending services based on the customer's actual vehicle needs.
• Properly process warranty, service contract, and customer-pay repairs in accordance with dealership and manufacturer policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow all dealership processes and procedures.
• Meet or exceed individual and department performance goals.

What We're Looking For

• Previous automotive Service Advisor or Service Writer experience preferred.
• Strong automotive knowledge and the ability to understand and explain vehicle repairs.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong sales and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Professional appearance and positive attitude.
• Ability to work effectively with technicians, parts personnel, management, and customers.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to use dealership computer systems and technology.

The Right Candidate

We are looking for someone who takes ownership of their customers and their results. The right person understands that being a Service Advisor is more than writing repair orders — it is about earning customer trust, communicating consistently, selling needed repairs, supporting technicians, and delivering an experience that keeps customers coming back.

If you are motivated, competitive, customer-focused, and take pride in doing things the right way, we want to hear from you.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation with performance-based earning potential
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available
• 401(k) and company match
• Paid time off
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts
• Ongoing manufacturer and dealership training
• Career advancement opportunities
• Supportive team environment

Dick Huvaere’s Richmond Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is an equal opportunity employer.