Automotive Service Advisor

Dick Huvaere's Richmond Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM; Richmond (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Training & Career Advancement

Job summary

Dick Huvaere’s Richmond Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is seeking an experienced Service Advisor to be the primary contact for our customers in the Service Department. You will accurately identify service needs, recommend repairs, and communicate with customers and technicians to ensure a smooth repair process.

The right candidate combines professionalism, organization, and a customer-first attitude, balancing customer satisfaction, technician productivity, and timely updates while maintaining high CSI

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Greet customers promptly and professionally and establish a positive relationship.
• Listen to customer concerns and document vehicle symptoms and services.
• Write clear and accurate repair orders.
• Inspect vehicles and communicate maintenance and repairs based on guidelines and findings.
• Present repair recommendations clearly and explain value of repairs.
• Prepare accurate estimates and obtain authorization before additional work.
• Maintain consistent communication with customers throughout the repair process.
• Coordinate with technicians, parts personnel, and management to ensure quality repairs.
• Monitor progress and inform customers of changes to completion times or recommendations.
• Review completed repairs with customers and explain work and charges.
• Handle questions professionally and pursue effective resolutions.
• Maintain high CSI and customer retention standards.
• Identify opportunities to increase customer-pay and maintenance business while recommending needed services.
• Process warranty and service-contract repairs per policies.
• Maintain documentation and follow dealership procedures.
• Meet or exceed individual and department goals.

Skills

Customer service

Sales skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Automotive knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dealer Management System (DMS)

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.