Service Advisor Trainee

Nelson Cars; Franklin (TN); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Car

Cancer, Accident, and Life Insurance

401(k) with 100% company match up to 6

Gym membership discounts with LifeTime

32 hours of paid Volunteer Time Off

40 hours of PTO after 90 days

Job summary

Nelson Cars is seeking a Service Advisor Trainee who is enthusiastic about delivering an exceptional customer experience. You will be the face of our service department, guiding customers through their service needs and ensuring they feel valued from start to finish.

In this role, you’ll build relationships, take ownership of the customer journey, and work with a team that invests in its people to grow professionally within the automotive service environment.

Qualifications

• Organized and friendly personality as the foundation of customer interactions.
• Strong time management to balance busy service flow.
• Excellent communication with customers and coworkers.
• Professional, well-groomed personal appearance at all times.
• Track record of positive customer satisfaction results.
• Team oriented and self-motivated to contribute to the service team.
• Clean driving record and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee service orders and flow of Drive Lane. Ensure that customers receive prompt, courteous, and effective service.
• Take ownership of the customer's experience by carrying out those additional assignments that allow the dealership to leave a positive impression with the customer.
• Provide concierge support for all owner inquiries, whether phone or in person, to assure the customer receives the best service experience.
• Ensure the daily inventory of technicians' time is consistently sold to service customers.
• Answer technical questions about vehicle problems, warranties, services, and repairs.
• Maintain Customer Happiness scores at or above company standards.
• Reinforces company policies and adheres to company standards.

Skills

Organized and friendly personality

Great time management

Excellent communication

Professional appearance

Positive customer satisfaction

Team oriented

Clean driving record

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic, customer-focused Service Advisor Trainee who is passionate about delivering an exceptional experience every time. In this role, you’ll be the face of our service department — building relationships, guiding customers through their service needs, and ensuring they feel valued from start to finish. If you thrive on helping others, take pride in going above and beyond, and want to be part of a company that truly invests in its people, we’d love to meet you!

What we offer:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Supplemental benefits including Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Cancer, Accident, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 6%
• Gym membership discounts with LifeTime Fitness & Carbon Performance
• 32 hours of paid Volunteer Time Off — because giving back matters
• 40 hours of PTO after 90 days of employment

Responsibilities

• Oversee service orders and flow of Drive Lane. Ensure that customers receive prompt, courteous, and effective service.
• Take ownership of the customer's experience by carrying out those additional assignments that allow the dealership to leave a positive impression with the customer.
• Provide concierge support for all owner inquiries, whether phone or in person, to assure the customer receives the best service experience.
• Ensure the daily inventory of technicians' time is consistently sold to service customers.
• Answer technical questions about vehicle problems, warranties, services, and repairs.
• Maintain Customer Happiness scores at or above company standards.
• Reinforces company policies and adheres to company standards.

Qualifications

• Organized and friendly personality
• Great time management skills
• Fantastic communication skills with your customers and coworkers
• Professional, well-groomed personal appearance
• Strong record of positive customer satisfaction results
• Team oriented and self-motivated
• Clean driving record and valid driver’s license

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.