Service Advisor

Kia of North Tucson; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 8,000 - 10,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Holidays & PTO

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Kia of North Tucson is seeking a customer-focused Service Advisor to join our service team. You will be the primary contact for service customers, recommending maintenance and repairs and delivering an exceptional ownership experience. We offer a pay range of $8,000–$10,000 per month plus commission based on performance and experience.

Flexibility is required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Experience in automotive service, strong communication skills, and comfort with

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Service Advisor or similar role.
• Excellent customer service and sales skills.
• Basic automotive knowledge.
• Able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Answer 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 and ensure a seamless Sales-to-Service experience from first contact to vehicle pickup.

Skills

Customer service

Sales skills

Communication

ADP system

Dealership software

Valid driver's license

Automotive knowledge

Tools

ADP system

Job description

Dealership:L0851 Kia of North TucsonKia of North TucsonHiring: Service AdvisorPay: $8,000 - $10,000 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.