Inventory Reconditioning Lead - Service & Parts

Vandergriff Chevrolet; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Vehicle Purchase Program

Paid Training

Career Advancement Opportunities

Professional Team Environment

Job summary

Vandergriff Chevrolet in Arlington, TX is seeking an experienced Internal Service Advisor to oversee the reconditioning process for both new and pre-owned inventory. You will collaborate with the Used Car Manager, Sales, Service, Parts, Body Shop, and vendors to ensure vehicles are repaired, reconditioned, and frontline-ready while meeting quality, budget, and timeline expectations.

This full‑time role offers hourly compensation between $22 and $30 plus performance incentives, with benefits

Qualifications

• Previous dealership experience required.
• Previous Internal Service Advisor, Service Advisor, Recon Manager, Inventory Manager, or similar experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of CDK Dealer Services, Xtime, and vAuto required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming trade-ins, auction purchases, and inventory vehicles to determine reconditioning needs.
• Open, manage, and close internal repair orders (ROs) using CDK.
• Utilize V-Auto to prioritize inventory based on age, market conditions, and sales needs.
• Schedule and monitor vehicle reconditioning through Xtime and dealership workflow processes.
• Write accurate repair orders for technicians, detailing required repairs and reconditioning needs.
• Coordinate repairs with Service, Parts, Collision Center, Detail Department, and outside vendors.
• Review technician inspections and repair recommendations for accuracy and completeness.
• Obtain approvals for additional repairs and communicate recommendations to management.
• Track parts availability and work closely with the Parts Department to minimize downtime.
• Ensure all safety recalls, emissions inspections, state inspections, and required maintenance are completed.
• Monitor vehicle status daily and provide updates to Sales Managers and dealership leadership.
• Maintain vehicle reconditioning budgets and identify opportunities to control costs.
• Prioritize inventory to reduce days-to-line and improve inventory turn rates.
• Coordinate transportation, sublet repairs, paintless dent repair, glass replacement, wheel repair, and other vendor services.
• Verify completion of multi-point inspections and quality control processes.
• Ensure vehicles meet Vandergriff Chevrolet standards before being placed into inventory.
• Resolve production delays and workflow bottlenecks to keep inventory moving efficiently.
• Maintain detailed records and reporting within dealership management systems.
• Follow all dealership policies, manufacturer standards, and compliance requirements.

Tools

CDK Dealer Services

Xtime

vAuto

Job description

Vandergriff Chevrolet in Arlington, TX is seeking an experienced Internal Service Advisor to oversee the reconditioning process for both new and pre-owned inventory. You will collaborate with the Used Car Manager, Sales, Service, Parts, Body Shop, and vendors to ensure vehicles are repaired, reconditioned, and frontline-ready while meeting quality, budget, and timeline expectations.

This full‑time role offers hourly compensation between $22 and $30 plus performance incentives, with benefits