Heavy-Duty Service Writer: Customer-First Repair Coordinator

Firematic; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Firematic is seeking an experienced Service Writer to bridge customers and the service department for refuse trucks and heavy-duty equipment. You will document repairs, track parts and labor, and ensure estimates and approvals are obtained.

You will open work orders, communicate with technicians, review completed jobs for accuracy, maintain records, and coordinate scheduling. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Prior experience as a Service Writer/Service Advisor or related role in heavy-duty trucks, equipment, or automotive repair.
• Proficiency with service/order management software (Acumatica or similar systems).

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers in person and over the phone regarding service needs.
• Write and open work orders, documenting customer concerns, equipment info, and repair requests.
• Communicate clearly with technicians to ensure proper diagnosis and repair.
• Review completed jobs for accuracy in labor, parts, and warranty claims before closing work orders.
• Provide estimates and obtain customer approvals prior to work being completed.
• Coordinate scheduling, dispatch, and follow-up for service work.
• Maintain service records, customer files, and warranty documentation.
• Track repair progress and keep customers updated on job status.
• Assist in upselling additional services or preventive maintenance where appropriate.

Skills

Strong organizational and comms skills

Experience as Service Writer/Service-

Proficiency with service/order mgmt.软件

Job description

Firematic is seeking an experienced Service Writer to bridge customers and the service department for refuse trucks and heavy-duty equipment. You will document repairs, track parts and labor, and ensure estimates and approvals are obtained.

You will open work orders, communicate with technicians, review completed jobs for accuracy, maintain records, and coordinate scheduling. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.