What are the responsibilities and job description for the Service Writer position at Thomas KIA of Highland?
KEY POINT:
MUST BE HAPPY, FRIENDLY and LIKE PEOPLE.....Service Writers are usually the first and last impression a customer has with a shop. They’re the ones who greet customers, listen to the problems a client is having with their vehicles, communicate to the team of automotive technicians what the problem is, and act as the liaison between the shop and the customer every step of the way.
Responsibilities
- Meet with customers and determine their needs for repair and/or service of their vehicle issues
- Increase customer satisfaction by building customer relations
- Maintain the company’s standards for ethical business practices, professional image, orderliness, customer service and good employee and community relations
- Monitor the progress of each vehicle throughout the day, and update customers frequently Increase profitability by maximizing sales & executing retail promotions
- Oversee technicians working on customers’ vehicles, including their time management/ efficiency, parts ordering, job completion times
- Oversee and participate in quality control
- Participate in the development and documentation of standard operating procedures as appropriate
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid commercial driver’s license & clean driving record
- Accredited training in service advisor skills, customer satisfaction and quality control
- Automotive service advisor experience
- Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
- Ability to concentrate and accomplish tasks despite interruptions
- Multitasking skills
- Proficient use of computers/business machines
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.
