WARRANTY ADMINISTRATOR

Mcdonaldvolvo; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) -免费

PTO Accrual

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Voluntary Life and AD&D

Employee Discounted Pricing on Parts,

Job summary

McDonald Automotive in Colorado is seeking a Warranty Administrator to ensure warranty claims comply with factory policy and to support the service and parts teams.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and experience with warranty processing, claims submission, and coordination with manufacturers. This position is on-site in Littleton, CO and offers benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Warranty knowledge and dealer software proficiency preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities essential.

Responsibilities

• Books warranty repair orders and submits claims.
• Maintains receivables schedules and processes service contract claims.
• Coordinates with vendors and manufacturers for parts.
• Communicates with Service Advisors to define warranty scope.
• Reconciles warranty receivables with accounting.
• Maintains records of all claims submitted.
• Provides weekly report to the Service Manager.
• Follow scheduled hours as needed.

Skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Computer proficiency

Project management

Administrative knowledge

Coordination skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dealer software

Windows OS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Description

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Job Description

Check out our Instagram to see what we're all about! https://www.instagram.com/mcdonaldautomotivegroup/ **This role is on-site only, no out of state or remote applicants will be considered**

About Your Role

• The Warranty Administrator is responsible for ensuring the warranty department collaborates with service and parts managers to comply with manufacturer warranty policy and procedure.

Type Of Experience Needed To Be Successful

• 1-2-years of dealership, service, or parts warranty experience is preferred.
• General accounting knowledge highly preferred.

Essential Duties And Major Responsibilities

• Books warranty repair orders and submits claims of manufacturer warranty.
• Maintains receivables schedules; processes service contract claims submissions and ensures appropriate follow‑up.
• Works closely and effectively with teams of technicians, service writers, and supervisors.
• Coordinates with vendors and manufacturers to ensure prompt receipt and shipment of replacement parts.
• Communicates with Service Advisors to define the scope of a warranty claim.
• Processes all warranty paperwork to ensure proper documentation and to verify criteria.
• Reconciles all warranty receivables and works with the accounting department to obtain payments; keeps track of all services and customer records as required by the warrantor.
• Stays abreast of all factory recall announcements and procedures and establishes and builds positive relationships with the manufacturers’ designated warranty representatives and the representatives of any aftermarket warranty company with which the dealership conducts business.
• Reviews every warranty repair order is written for proper completion, accuracy, and legibility according to the applicable policies and procedure manuals.
• Determines the applicable labor operation code, failure codes, and/or other administrative data required and enter them on orders.
• Ensures that all deductibles are appropriately documented, so they are collected from the customer at the time of repair completion/delivery.
• Review all returned and/or rejected warranty claims and prepare the repair orders for immediate resubmission.
• Maintains a record of all claims submitted, returned/rejected, and paid and their current status.
• Establishes and maintains a record and control of the physical inventory of parts to be returned, inspected, or scrapped by the manufacturer or other warranty authority.
• Provides a weekly report to the Service Manager regarding claims status.
• Reports to management any situation or condition that jeopardizes the safety, welfare, or integrity of the dealership, its employees, or customers.
• Assists with other duties as assigned.
• Follow scheduled hours as needed, defined by your manager.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Specialized Skills

• Ability to logically identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to complex problems and incorporate an understanding of new information to implement productive and cost‑effective solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal communication abilities include giving full attention to what other people are saying, asking appropriate questions, managing and understanding others’ reactions, and resolving issues in a professional/tactful manner over the phone and in person.
• Must maintain a valid state driver’s license to drive any customer or company vehicle.
• Proficiency in using computers, Dealer software, Windows OS, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Outlook.
• Experience managing multiple small and large projects at any given period.
• Maintains a working knowledge of administrative/clerical procedures and systems.
• Works with multiple departments and vendors to complete duties and reconcile differences.

What We Offer

• Competitive 401k / 401k matching
• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free, confidential counseling
• PTO Accrual
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Employee Discounted Pricing on Parts, Vehicles, and Service

What Makes Us Different?

As a family owned and operated company for over 65 years, McDonald Automotive is proud to serve Colorado with a legacy built on respect, integrity, growth, hard work, and trust. With three generations actively involved in the day-to-day operations, we prioritize relationships over transactions—with our customers, our community, and our employees.

Our motto, Doing Right Comes Naturally , reflects our commitment to doing business the right way. That commitment has earned us recognition as one of the top 20 dealerships in the U.S., not just by meeting manufacturer standards but by holding ourselves to even higher ones. We aim to deliver the best car buying, servicing, and ownership experience in the industry.

At McDonald, we believe that exceptional experiences start with exceptional people. Many of our team members have spent decades with us, growing their careers and eventually retiring as part of the McDonald legacy. We're proud to attract driven, motivated individuals who are passionate about their work and dedicated to building lasting relationships. It’s not just about the work we do—it’s about the family we build along the way.