Automotive Service Advisor Assistant

Price Family Dealerships; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

PTO

Vehicle Discounts

Professional Development

Career Advancement

Incentive Bonuses

Job summary

Cadillac Marin in San Rafael, CA is hiring an Automotive Service Advisor Assistant to join the luxury dealership service team. The role offers $20–$22 per hour DOE plus incentive commissions and full benefits.

No prior Service Advisor experience required; training and career development are provided. You will work with Service Advisors to greet customers, document issues, prepare estimates, and help explain service needs.

Qualifications

• Automotive service experience preferred
• Basic understanding of automotive maintenance and repair
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to learn and grow into the Service Advisor role
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Ability to work in a fast-paced service environment
• Team player with attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist with their service needs
• Listen to customer concerns and document vehicle issues
• Assist Service Advisors with write-ups and repair orders
• Explain maintenance and repairs to customers
• Prepare estimates and service recommendations
• Coordinate with technicians on vehicle status
• Follow up with customers on repairs and progress
• Schedule and coordinate service appointments
• Maintain accurate customer and vehicle information

Job description

Description

NOW HIRING: Automotive Service Advisor Assistant

Cadillac Marin | San Rafael, CA

Full-Time | $20–$22/Hour DOE + Incentive Commission Bonuses + Full Benefits

Start or Grow Your Career in Automotive Service

Cadillac Marin is looking for an Automotive Service Advisor Assistant / Junior Service Advisor to join our growing service team in San Rafael.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with automotive dealership, service department, repair shop, or automotive customer service experience who understands the basics of vehicle maintenance and repair and wants to continue developing their career in a professional luxury dealership environment.

You do not need to be a fully experienced Service Advisor to apply.

We're looking for someone with a basic understanding of automotive service who is comfortable communicating with customers and eager to learn and grow into the Service Advisor role.

Compensation

$20–$22 Per Hour DOE + Incentive Commission Bonuses

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Additional incentive commission and bonus opportunities
• Full-time position
• Full benefits package
• Training and career development
• Opportunity for advancement

Why Join Cadillac Marin?

• Work with a respected luxury automotive brand
• Professional dealership environment
• Supportive service and management team
• Training and development opportunities
• Opportunity to grow into a full Service Advisor role
• Competitive hourly pay plus incentive opportunities
• Full benefits package
• Long-term career growth opportunities

What You’ll Do

As a Service Advisor Assistant, you'll work alongside the Service Advisors and service department to help provide customers with a smooth and professional service experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Greet customers and assist with their service needs
• Listen to customer concerns and accurately document vehicle issues
• Assist Service Advisors with customer write-ups and repair orders
• Help explain recommended maintenance and repairs to customers
• Assist with preparing estimates and service recommendations
• Communicate with technicians regarding customer concerns and vehicle status
• Follow up with customers regarding repairs, approvals, and vehicle completion
• Help coordinate vehicle flow and service appointments
• Assist with inspections and basic vehicle assessments
• Maintain accurate customer and vehicle information in the dealership system
• Help ensure customers are updated throughout the repair process
• Assist with scheduling and appointment coordination
• Support Service Advisors and management as needed
• Deliver a professional, high-quality customer experience

What We’re Looking For

We're looking for someone who is automotive-minded, customer-focused, organized, and eager to learn.

Ideal candidates will have:

• Previous automotive dealership, service department, repair shop, or automotive customer service experience preferred
• Basic understanding of automotive maintenance and repair
• Knowledge of common vehicle services and repairs
• Strong communication and customer service skillsAbility to explain basic automotive information clearly and professionally
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills
• Comfortable using computers and dealership systems
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced service environment
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Previous Service Advisor or Service Writer experience is a plus, but not required.

Experience as a Service Advisor Assistant, Service Porter, Technician, Lube Technician, Parts Advisor, Parts Counterperson, Automotive Technician, or other dealership/service department role is encouraged.

Requirements

• Automotive service experience preferred
• Basic automotive knowledge required
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to work a full‑time dealership schedule, including Saturdays
• Professional communication and customer service skills
• Ability to successfully complete any required employment screening

Full Benefits Package

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Vehicle Purchase & Service Discounts
• Professional Development & Training
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Incentive Commission and Bonus Opportunities

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Automotive Career?

If you have some automotive service experience, enjoy working with customers, and want the opportunity to develop your skills in a luxury dealership environment,

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to learn the Service Advisor role and build a long-term career in automotive service.

Interviews are by appointment only.