Service Advisor

Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat of Anchorage; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 67,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Holidays

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat of Anchorage is seeking a customer-focused Service Advisor to be the primary contact for our service customers, delivering an exceptional ownership experience while identifying opportunities to recommend maintenance and repairs.

This role offers commission earnings based on performance and experience, with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays to support dealership operations and customer demand.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a service advisor or related role.
• Experience delivering an exceptional service experience to customers.
• Comfortable using dealership software and computers.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming calls and greet customers following procedures.
• Build positive customer relationships and identify service needs.
• Perform vehicle walk-arounds and recommend maintenance.
• Explain service options, costs, and timelines.
• Secure approval for services and repairs.
• Prepare repair orders and coordinate with technicians.
• Provide status updates and manage delivery experience.
• Process payments and ensure a seamless Sales-to-Service experience.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Sales skills

Flexible schedule

Automotive knowledge

Job description

Dealership:L0106 Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat of AnchorageLithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM Fiat of AnchorageHiring: Service AdvisorPay: $6,000 - $11,000 per month. Commission Earnings Based on Performance and Experience.Schedule: 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.Why Join Our Team?We are looking for a customer-focused Service Advisor to join our dynamic service team. You will be the primary contact for our service customers, delivering an exceptional ownership experience while identifying opportunities to recommend needed maintenance and repairs. If you enjoy helping customers, have sales skills, and a desire to grow with an industry-leading organization, we encourage you to apply.What You'll DoAnswer incoming calls and greet customers while following established customer contact procedures.Build positive customer relationships by identifying concerns, assessing needs, and providing service solutions.Conduct vehicle walk-arounds to evaluate service requirements and recommend appropriate maintenance services.Communicate service recommendations, costs, timelines, and expected completion dates to customers.Secure customer approval for recommended services, multi-point inspections, and any additional repair requests.Prepare accurate repair orders and service documentation using the ADP system while supporting upfront pricing standards.Coordinate repair activities by dispatching work to technicians and maintaining service requirements and progress.Provide ongoing status updates throughout the repair process to ensure customers remain informed and engaged.Manage the customer delivery process, including reviewing completed work, explaining services performed, and returning vehicles promptly.Process customer payments, ensure a seamless Sales-to-Service experience, and deliver exceptional customer service from initial contact through vehicle pickup.What You'll Bring1 + years of experienceWe prefer previous Service Advisor experience.Experience helping customers and creating an exceptional service experienceCommunicate with customers and serviceA willingness to jump in where neededA commitment to following through on promisesBasic automotive knowledgeComfortable using computers, technology, and dealership software systemsAcceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence.Total RewardsWe 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.