Experienced Automotive Service Advisor / Assistant Service Manager - Newark Nissan

The Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Holidays

401(k) plan

Employee vehicle purchase discounts

Disability insurance

Job summary

The Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships is seeking an Experienced Automotive Service Advisor / Assistant Service Manager to join our team in Newark, DE. This full-time position focuses on delivering a professional, high-quality service experience from check-in to completion, while guiding customers through repair estimates and timelines.

Requires 2–3 years as a Service Advisor/Writer or 1+ year as an Assistant Service Manager, plus strong communication, organizational abilities, and

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience as an Automotive Service Advisor / Service Writer OR 1+ year as an Assistant Service Manager
• Proven customer service and sales/up-selling skills
• Strong communication, organization, and follow-through
• Comfortable with computers and dealership service systems
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Valid driver's license with a clean or near-clean driving record
• Flexible availability, including evenings and Saturdays

Responsibilities

• Deliver a professional, high-quality service experience from check-in to completion
• Greet service customers and manage inbound service calls
• Schedule appointments and communicate service timelines
• Present repair and maintenance estimates clearly and confidently
• Coordinate repair orders with Technicians and monitor workflow
• Recommend additional services when appropriate
• Support daily service operations and administrative processes (training provided to prepare you for Service Management)
• Help maintain parts inventory and enforce service policies
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed

Skills

Customer service

Sales / upselling

Communication

Organization

Computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Dealership service systems

Job description

Experienced Automotive Service Advisor / Assistant Service Manager

Full-Time | Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships

Step Into a leading role in Automotive Service. Grow With One of the Region's Best.

The Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships is looking for an experienced, customer-driven Automotive Service Advisor / Assistant Service Manager ready to take the next step in their automotive service career.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, value high standards, and want long-term growth with a respected dealership group, this is your opportunity.

Why Hertrich?

• Family-owned and operated for over 60 years
• 24 dealerships | 18 automotive brands and 15 Collision Centers across 4 states
• Industry leader with proven stability and growth
• Strong community involvement supporting 90+ local organizations
• Entrepreneurial culture focused on performance and excellence
• Clear pathways into growth, success and career advancement

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance opportunity
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal/sick days
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee vehicle purchase discounts

What You'll Do

• Deliver a professional, high-quality service experience from check-in to completion
• Greet service customers and manage inbound service calls
• Schedule appointments and communicate service timelines
• Present repair and maintenance estimates clearly and confidently
• Coordinate repair orders with Technicians and monitor workflow
• Recommend additional services when appropriate
• Support daily service operations and administrative processes (training provided to prepare you for Service Management)
• Help maintain parts inventory and enforce service policies
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed

What We're Looking For

• 2-3 years' experience as an Automotive Service Advisor / Service Writer OR 1+ year as an Assistant Service Manager
• Proven customer service and sales/up-selling skills
• Strong communication, organization, and follow-through
• Comfortable with computers and dealership service systems
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Valid driver's license with a clean or near-clean driving record
• Flexible availability, including evenings and Saturdays

Build Your Future with Hertrich

At Hertrich, we don't just fill positions-we develop leaders. If you're ready to grow, lead, and make an impact with a company that values excellence, we want to hear from you.

Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace. We are committed to an inclusive environment where all team members can succeed