Lexus Internal Service Advisor

Keeler Collision; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company contribution

Vehicle purchase and service discounts

Training and advancement opportunities

Long-term opportunity

Job summary

Lexus of Westport is seeking an Internal Service Advisor to help move used vehicles, trade-ins, and dealership-owned vehicles efficiently through the service department and onto the sales lot.

This internal, non-customer-facing role works with Service, Parts, Sales, and Used Cars to ensure inspections, repairs, and recon are completed quickly and safely for sale readiness.

Qualifications

• Dealership experience in a role like Internal Service Advisor, Service Advisor, Service Writer, Warranty Administrator, or Recon Coordinator preferred.
• Strong understanding of repair orders, parts, labor, and vehicle repairs.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple vehicles and priorities in a busy service department.
• Experience with CDK or another dealership DMS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Open, manage, and close internal repair orders from start to finish.
• Coordinate vehicle inspections, repairs, PDI, recalls, and recon work.
• Work closely with technicians and Parts to keep repairs moving.
• Prepare estimates and obtain management approval for repairs.
• Track parts, labor, sublet, and overall reconditioning costs.

Skills

Dealership experience

Internal Service Advisor

Repair orders knowledge

Organization

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDK

Job description

Lexus of Westport | A Keeler Automotive Dealership
1317 Post Road East, Westport, CT 06880
Full-Time | On-Site

Lexus of Westport is looking for an Internal Service Advisor to help keep our used vehicles, trade-ins, and dealership-owned vehicles moving efficiently through the service department and onto the sales lot.

This is an internal, non-customer-facing role working closely with Service, Parts, Sales, and Used Cars to make sure vehicles are inspected, repaired, and ready for sale as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Responsibilities

• Open, manage, and close internal repair orders from start to finish.
• Coordinate vehicle inspections, repairs, PDI, recalls, and recon work.
• Work closely with technicians and Parts to keep repairs moving.
• Prepare estimates and obtain management approval for repairs.
• Track parts, labor, sublet, and overall reconditioning costs.
• Monitor vehicles throughout the recon process and identify delays.
• Communicate with Sales and Used Car Management regarding vehicle status.
• Review completed work to ensure vehicles are safe and ready for the sales lot.
• Maintain accurate notes, costs, and vehicle status in the DMS.
• Assist Service Management with reporting and workflow tracking.

What We’re Looking For

• Dealership experience as an Internal Service Advisor, Service Advisor, Service Writer, Warranty Administrator, or Recon Coordinator preferred.
• Strong understanding of repair orders, parts, labor, and vehicle repairs.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple vehicles and priorities in a busy service department.
• Experience with CDK or another dealership DMS is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Saturday availability required.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid Vacation, Sick & Personal Time
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Employee vehicle purchase and service discounts
• Training and advancement opportunities
• Long-term opportunity with a luxury automotive dealership

Schedule: Monday–Friday with Saturday availability based on department needs.

Pay: Competitive and commensurate with experience. This position typically falls in a mid-$40,000s to mid-$50,000s range, with higher earnings possible depending on experience, compensation structure, and performance.