Automotive Service Advisor(serv writer exp required)

Kia Country of Charleston; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(K) Retirement Plan

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Options

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider in Charleston is seeking a service manager to oversee service orders and ensure exceptional customer experience. The ideal candidate must be organized, friendly, and able to manage a team effectively. Strong communication skills and a clean driving record are essential. This role offers valuable opportunities for career growth within a family-owned business committed to professional development and excellent service.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to manage others.
• Consistent record of service and sales success.
• Clean driving record and valid driver’s license.
• Excellent communication with customers and colleagues.
• Professional, well-groomed appearance.
• Track record of service and sales success.
• Positive customer satisfaction results.
• Team oriented and self-motivated.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Clean driving record and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee service orders and flow of Drive Lane.
• Ensure customers receive prompt and courteous service.
• Provide concierge support for owner inquiries.
• Assist in diagnosing vehicle problems and ordering parts.
• Distribute work between technicians efficiently.
• Answer technical questions about vehicle problems, warranties, services, and repairs.
• Maintain Customer Success Index at or above company standards.
• Assist in diagnosing vehicle problems; order parts and tools as needed.
• Oversee warranty claims administration and supervision of service department.
• Reinforces company policies and adheres to standards; encourage compliance with laws.
• Maintain good working relationships with factories and foster positive employee relations.

Skills

Organized and friendly personality

Time management skills

Fantastic communication skills

Team oriented and self-motivated

Customer communication

Professional appearance

Sales experience

Customer satisfaction

Team oriented

Self-motivated

Independent worker

Clean driving record

Job description

If you love cars and have a passion for people, you may have found your future.
As a family-owned business, we are always looking for new talent.

We are committed to:

• Exceeding customer expectations
• Expert product knowledge
• Striving for excellence
• Maintaining professionalism and a spirit of fun

Grow with Us

We invest in our staff.
Our team members are Trained and Certified and receive continuing education each year for as long as they are employed.
Retention and promotion from within are the cornerstone of our human resources planning.
We believe in cross-training and team orientation.
The more you know the stronger you are. Our employees have opportunities with the entire Lee family.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Options

Responsibilities

• Oversee service orders and flow of Drive Lane.
  Ensure that customers receive prompt, courteous, and effective service
• Take ownership of the customer's experience by carrying out those additional assignments that allow the dealership to leave a positive impression with the customer
• Provide concierge support for all owner inquiries, whether phone or in person, to assure the customer does not get mishandled
• Ensure the daily inventory of technicians' time is consistently sold to service customers
• Distribute work between technicians efficiently
• Answer technical questions about vehicle problems, warranties, services, and repairs
• Maintain Customer Success Index at or above company standards
• Assist in diagnosing vehicle problems; order parts and tools as necessary
• Oversee administration of warranty claims as well as training and supervising of service department
• Reinforces company policies and adheres to company standards
• Encourages compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Maintain good working relationship with factory(s) and foster positive employee relations

Qualifications

• Organized and friendly personality
• Demonstrated ability to manage others
• Time management skills
• Fantastic communication skills with your customers
• Professional, well-groomed personal appearance
• Consistent record of service and sales success
• Strong record of positive customer satisfaction results
• Team oriented and self-motivated
• Able to work with little supervision
• Clean driving record and valid driver’s license

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.