Service Advisor - BMW of West Houston

Sonic Automotive

Katy (TX)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Sundays Always Off

Closed on Thanksgiving & Christmas

Employee Pricing on Purchases & Leases

Gym Membership Options

Exclusive Travel Deals

Career Growth in a Fortune 500 Company

Job summary

BMW of West Houston, a Sonic Automotive family dealership, is seeking a Service Advisor to join its luxury service team. You will be the liaison between customers and technicians, ensuring accurate diagnosis, timely service, and quality repairs while delivering a premium customer experience.

Key responsibilities include greeting guests, documenting issues, explaining services, and driving service revenue through upsells, with a full-time schedule and Sundays off.

Qualifications

3+ years of luxury or high-line automotive service advisor experience.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Knowledge of automotive systems and basic technical understanding.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Valid driver's license and a clean driving record; authorized to work in the USA.
Willingness to pass pre-employment testing (background checks, MVR, drug test).

Responsibilities

Greet customers in a professional, hospitality-driven manner.
Document vehicle issues accurately.
Explain recommended services and repairs clearly.
Identify maintenance opportunities to drive service revenue.
Communicate costs and obtain approvals for services.

Skills

Service advisor experience

Customer service

Communication

Automotive knowledge

Job description

AtBMW of West Houston,a Sonic Automotive family dealership, you'll find the opportunities, resources, and support you need to grow and develop professionally. So read on, and consider a rewarding career with Sonic Automotive, Inc.

Sonic Automotive is a multi-billion dollar Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive dealer groups in the country with 100+ dealerships nationwide across 25 brands.

Compensation

Draw / Commission

Summary

As a Service Advisor, you will be a key member of our service team, responsible for providing outstanding customer service and ensuring the smooth operation of the service department. You will serve as the liaison between customers and our skilled technicians, ensuring that customer vehicles are properly diagnosed, serviced, and repaired in a timely manner.

Duties and Responsibilities

Greet customers in a friendly, professional, and hospitality-driven manner, ensuring a luxury brand experience.
Listen to customer concerns and accurately document vehicle issues.
Provide clear, consultative explanations of recommended services and repairs to promote transparency and trust.
Leverage product knowledge and service history to identify maintenance opportunities that drive service revenue while adding value for the customer.
Communicate estimated costs, obtain approvals, and proactively offer service packages or upgrades when appropriate.
Schedule appointments strategically to optimize shop productivity and technician efficiency.
Coordinate with service technicians to ensure timely completion of repairs and effective workload distribution.
Keep customers informed throughout the service process with timely updates and realistic repair timelines.
Create and maintain detailed service records to support warranty claims and future business.
Prepare and explain invoices to customers, including breakdowns of services performed and any upsells.
Contribute to department profitability through consistent sales performance, RO accuracy, and adherence to margin goals.
Follow up with customers post-service to ensure satisfaction, retain business, and encourage return visits.
Resolve customer issues promptly and professionally to protect CSI and service retention.
Stay informed on the latest OEM technologies, service bulletins, and brand initiatives to drive value-based recommendations.

3+ years of luxury or high-line automotive Service Advisor experience.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Knowledge of automotive systems and basic technical understanding.
Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Familiarity with service department operations and procedures.
Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, and valid driver license.

Preferred Qualifications