Service Advisor & Parts Coordinator | Auto Shop Ops

Denning Companies, LLC; Chancellor (SD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Referral bonus opportunities

Job summary

1776 is seeking an organized, dependable Service Advisor / Parts Coordinator to join our team in Chancellor, South Dakota. This role ensures smooth shop operations by coordinating repairs, communicating with technicians and vendors, and keeping parts available when needed.

You will manage multiple priorities, maintain service records and inventory, and support a safe, efficient shop environment in a full-time on-site role.

Qualifications

• Prior automotive, diesel, service advising, parts, or inventory coordination experience preferred.
• Knowledge of vehicle parts, repair procedures, and maintenance operations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable using computers, inventory systems, and service or accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with parts ordering, vendor coordination, or shop management systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily service and repair activities with technicians and shop leadership.
• Communicate repair needs, job status, and estimated completion times to internal departments and customers as needed.
• Prepare and maintain repair orders, work orders, estimates, invoices, and service documentation.
• Identify required parts and coordinate ordering, delivery, and availability for scheduled repairs.
• Work with vendors and suppliers to obtain parts at competitive prices and within required timeframes.
• Receive, inspect, organize, and track incoming parts and supplies.
• Maintain accurate parts inventory, including special orders, returns, and warranty items.
• Verify part numbers, compatibility, pricing, and availability before placing orders.
• Monitor repair progress and help resolve parts delays or scheduling issues.
• Maintain accurate records of labor, parts, purchase orders, and repair costs.
• Keep parts storage and work areas organized and support a safe, efficient shop environment.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Inventory coordination

Parts knowledge

Computers/software proficiency

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

1776 is seeking an organized, dependable Service Advisor / Parts Coordinator to join our team in Chancellor, South Dakota. This role ensures smooth shop operations by coordinating repairs, communicating with technicians and vendors, and keeping parts available when needed.

You will manage multiple priorities, maintain service records and inventory, and support a safe, efficient shop environment in a full-time on-site role.