Service Advisor - BMW Mountain View

AutoNation; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Employee discounts

Maternity benefits

Job summary

AutoNation in California is seeking a Service Advisor to bridge service technicians and customers, explaining recommendations in plain language and identifying up-sell opportunities to keep vehicles safe.

In this role, you’ll schedule and confirm appointments, greet customers, assess vehicle needs, prepare repair orders with cost estimates, and communicate with the service team to ensure timely work. A strong customer focus and comfort with technology are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven ability to provide an exceptional customer experience.
• Ability to set and achieve targeted goals.
• Prior sales experience preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated communication, consultative, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• The willingness to follow up with customers.
• Experience and desire to work with technology.
• Valid in-state driver’s license and an acceptable, safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Set, confirm and prepare for appointments with customers so they can have a great service experience.
• Meet or exceed targeted sales goals & the targeted customer satisfaction index.
• Greet customers in a friendly manner when they arrive.
• Determine vehicle needs based on customer information and a vehicle walk-around, inspections and test drives.
• Use a consultative selling process to assist customers in planning for ongoing required maintenance of their vehicle.
• Produce repair orders for customers, including cost and time estimates, with full transparency.
• Communicate frequently with technicians and parts associates to ensure timely completion of work.
• Follow up with customers on the status of their vehicle, based on how the customer wants to be informed.
• Follow up with customers to ensure satisfaction.
• Gain superior product knowledge to effectively help customers.
• Provide an exceptional customer experience to drive loyalty.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Sales

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CRM software

Automotive diagnostic tools

Job description

As a Service Advisor, you’ll be part of a nationwide team servicing 20,000 cars a day and building customer loyalty that spans generations. Along with your communication skills and automotive knowledge, you’ll utilize leading‑edge technology to uncover selling opportunities that keep drivers safe in their vehicles.

Position Overview

Working in our state‑of‑the‑art service departments, the Service Advisor acts as the go‑between for Service Technicians and customers. In this position, you’ll be able to get out from behind the desk and play an active role in the service lane. AutoNation will look to you to explain the Service Technician’s recommendations to the customer in easy‑to‑understand language – and suggest up‑sell opportunities to keep the customer’s vehicle safe.

What Will I Do Every Day?

• Set, confirm and prepare for appointments with customers so they can have a great service experience
• Meet or exceed targeted sales goals & the targeted customer satisfaction index
• Greet customers in a friendly manner when they arrive
• Determine vehicle needs based on customer information and a vehicle walk‑around, inspections and test drives
• Use a consultative selling process to assist customers in planning for ongoing required maintenance of their vehicle
• Produce repair orders for customers, including cost and time estimates, with full transparency
• Communicate frequently with technicians and parts associates to ensure timely completion of work
• Follow up with customers on the status of their vehicle, based on how the customer wants to be informed
• Follow up with customers to ensure satisfaction
• Gain superior product knowledge to effectively help customers
• Provide an exceptional customer experience to drive loyalty

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proven ability to provide an exceptional customer experience
• Ability to set and achieve targeted goals
• Prior sales experience preferred but not required
• Demonstrated communication, consultative, interpersonal and organizational skills
• The willingness to follow up with customers
• Experience and desire to work with technology
• Valid in‑state driver’s license and an acceptable, safe driving record

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive compensation and 401k matching
• Enjoy a healthy work‑life balance with insurance plans (health, dental, vision) and maternity benefits.
• Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre‑owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear
• Access amazing deals and discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers
• Join our DRVPNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment, partnering with cancer charities nationwide

AutoNation is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment in our workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about making a positive impact. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply.