Automotive Service Advisor | 1+ Yr Exp | $50K+ Potential - 2519

Gilder Search Group; Kyle (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Company-provided uniforms

ASE certification reimbursement

Lunch provided once a week

Employee parts at cost

Running balance for parts

Job summary

Meineke Car Care Center – Location #2 in Kyle, TX is seeking an Automotive Service Advisor. This role offers an $18/hour base pay plus commission, with $50,000+ annual earning potential based on productivity and shop performance.

The shop is looking for an advisor who can confidently present repair recommendations and help drive sales while keeping workflow organized. Training, paid holidays, company‑provided uniforms, and a schedule designed with work/life balance in mind are included.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as an Automotive Service Advisor.
• Strong sales and closing abilities with the ability to present repair recommendations effectively.
• Excellent customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills; Tekmetric experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Write accurate repair estimates and clearly present repair and maintenance recommendations to customers.
• Sell recommended automotive services while maintaining customer trust and professional communication.
• Schedule appointments and repairs, manage daily shop workflow, and coordinate with technicians.
• Monitor repair progress and keep customers informed throughout the process.
• Order parts, manage cores and inventory, and handle returns.

Skills

Strong sales and closing abilities

Excellent customer service

Strong verbal and written communicate

Strong computer skills

Tekmetric experience

Tools

Tekmetric

Job description

Automotive Service Advisor | $18/hr + Commission | $50K+ Potential

Meineke Car Care Center – Location #2
Location: Kyle, TX
Schedule: Variable schedule, 10-hour workdays, approximately 42 hours per week
Pay Rate: $18/hour base
Pay Type: Hourly base plus commission
Earning Potential: $50,000+ annually based on productivity and shop performance

About Meineke Car Care Center – Location #2

Meineke Car Care Center – Location #2 is seeking an experienced Automotive Service Advisor in Kyle, TX. This position offers an $18/hour base plus commission, with $50,000+ annual earning potential based on productivity and shop performance. The shop is looking for an advisor who can confidently present repair recommendations, build customer trust, and help drive sales and Gross Profit while keeping workflow organized. Training, paid holidays, company‑provided uniforms, and a schedule designed with work/life balance in mind are included.

Key Responsibilities

• Write accurate repair estimates and clearly present repair and maintenance recommendations to customers.
• Sell recommended automotive services while maintaining customer trust, honesty, and professional communication.
• Schedule appointments and repairs, manage daily shop workflow, and coordinate effectively with technicians.
• Keep customers informed throughout the repair process and monitor repair progress.
• Order parts and manage parts cores, returns, defective parts, and inventory control.
• Work toward monthly sales goals and a target Average Repair Order (ARO) of $550–$600.
• Help drive shop sales and Gross Profit through effective presentation and closing of repair recommendations.
• Maintain an organized and efficient front counter while balancing customer, technician, and workflow needs.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as an Automotive Service Advisor.
• Strong sales and closing abilities with the ability to present repair recommendations effectively.
• Excellent customer service and relationship‑building skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including confidence communicating with customers in person and by phone.
• Strong computer skills; Tekmetric experience is a plus, but not required.
• Professional, organized, and detail‑oriented approach to managing customer communication and shop workflow.
• Ability to thrive in a busy automotive repair environment while working toward sales and shop‑performance goals.

Compensation & Benefits

• $18/hour base pay.
• 1% Gross Profit commission once monthly sales exceed $80,000.
• Performance‑based advisor commission structure.
• $50,000+ annual earning potential based on productivity and shop performance; actual earnings are not guaranteed.
• Paid holidays.
• Ongoing in‑house and off‑site training, including Elite Service Advisor Training.
• Company‑provided uniforms.
• ASE certification reimbursement.
• Lunch provided once a week.
• Employee parts at cost.
• $500 running balance available for parts if needed.

Why Work Here

Meineke Car Care Center – Location #2 operates an eight-bay facility with three two‑post lifts, one four‑post lift, and an alignment rack. The shop emphasizes work/life balance while providing ongoing training and dedicated Elite Service Advisor Training. This is an opportunity for an experienced advisor who enjoys customer‑facing automotive sales, organized workflow management, and building trust while contributing to shop performance.

Additional Requirements

Some positions may require a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle record review, background screening, drug or alcohol screening, or other job‑related pre‑employment requirements based on the duties of the position, the client’s lawful requirements, and applicable law. Any screening will be conducted at the legally permitted stage and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. Qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, will be considered in accordance with applicable law.