Service Administrator

Lithia & Driveway; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Paid holidays & PTO

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Lithia Learning Center

Vehicle purchase discounts

Wellness programs

Job summary

Lithia & Driveway in Oxnard, CA is seeking a Service Administrator to support dealership operations. You will schedule service appointments, welcome clients, and coordinate with service advisors to ensure smooth workflow.

The role requires 2+ years of administrative experience, 1+ year automotive service exposure, and strong communication. Flexible evenings, weekends and holidays may be required; benefits and total rewards accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Administrative experience, 2+ years.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Acceptable driving record and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Schedule service appointments by phone, email, and in person.
• Greet clients and direct them to the appropriate advisor.
• Coordinate with service advisors to manage next appointments.
• Process warranty claims and prepare warranty orders.
• Maintain warranty records and liaise with warranty providers.
• Provide administrative support to staff.

Skills

Administrative experience

Communication skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Dealership:L0718 Audi OxnardDCH Audi of OxnardHiring: Service AdministratorPay: $17.00-$20.00 Hourly DOESchedule: We ask that you have open availability to support dealership operations and customer demand. You will need to be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.What You'll DoSchedules appointments for service via telephone, e-mail and in personWelcome clients when they arrive in the Service Area. Determine the nature of visit and escort the client to the appropriate department/area.Inform and introduce the client to the Advisor and explain the nature of the visit. Maintain a consistent level of communication with Service Advisors in order to properly coordinate which advisor is available to meet with the next arriving client.Provide information to appropriate store personnel regarding client needs and expectations to help ensure the entire team is prepared to provide the highest level of service to the client.Provide administrative support to the staff when necessary.Prepare warranty repair orders with accuracy, legibility and compliance to the manufacturers warranty policies and procedures as outlined in appropriate manufacturers Warranty Policy and Procedure Manuals. Process warranty claims in a timely manner, as the repair orders are closed.Return improperly completed repair orders to the person originating the document for correction and/or completion as necessary.Determine and enter the applicable labor operation codes, failure codes, and/or other required administrative data on the repair orders.Book the appropriate technicians for the hours earned on the operations performed. Up-flag and back-flag as appropriate, informing the technician and department management of adjustments as they occur.Check each repair order against the vehicles' service history to avoid processing duplicate claims or submitting claims for shop comebacks.Review and process returned/rejected/adjusted warranty claims, track each claim until its final resolution.Contact the appropriate warranty claims representative regarding any claims requiring additional authorization or for claims requiring special assistance.Maintain a record of all claims submitted, returned/rejected, or paid and their current status.Become familiar with and administer the manufacturers and after-market warranty company policies and procedures.Establish and maintain positive and productive relationships with the manufacturer's representatives and the representative of any approved aftermarket company with which the dealership conducts business.Responsible for preparing loaner agreements as well as monitoring the loaner fleet for maintenanceResponsible for monitoring EZ-pass violations and damage to vehiclesWork with sales managers on when to remove vehicles from the fleet and entering new units to fleet.Other duties as assigned.What You'll BringAdministrative Experience, 2+ yearsAutomotive Service Experience, 1+ yearsExcellent communicationAcceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residenceTotal RewardsThe average pay rate for this position is $17.00 hourly.Actual pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and physical location. Final compensation will be established through the interview process in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws.We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:Competitive payMedical, Dental and Vision PlansPaid Holidays & PTOShort and Long-Term DisabilityPaid Life Insurance401(k) Retirement PlanEmployee Stock Purchase PlanLithia Learning CenterVehicle Purchase DiscountsWellness ProgramsAdditional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at totalrewards.lithiadriveway.comAbout UsAt Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) our success is fueled by our high performing teams delivering Auto Done Easy for our customers. We create simple, transparent, and convenient customer experiences throughout the vehicle-ownership lifecycle by leveraging our hundreds of store locations and our key adjacencies - Driveway, DFC, and GreenCars. We've built a retail model that champions entrepreneurial leadership, Growth Powered by People, and a strategy that creates possibilities and pushes us to reach our potential.High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.