Sep 17, 2024

Service Advisor

  • Downtown Ford Sales
  • Sacramento, CA, USA
Full time Automotive Customer Service Sales

Job Description

Victory Automotive Group is family owned and operated since 1997 with over 40 locations across the United States. We provide the best opportunities for all employees, customers, communities and each manufacturer we represent. Our continued commitment is to improve our dealerships and services to satisfy our customer’s wants and needs 100 percent of the time and always provide a pleasant, informative and professional experience.

Victory Automotive Group is always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this applicant friendly, online job application!

Victory Automotive Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.We recognize and respect the amount of time you are about to invest by applying to this open position. If you complete this job application, you will be kept informed via email status updates (and text messages, if you opt in) throughout the evaluation process.

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The Hiring Manager

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JOB DESCRIPTIONDOWNTOWN FORD, CALIFORNIA
The Service Advisor is the center of communication for service/repair activities and the liaison between customers and the technicians. Serving as the primary point-of-contact for all automotive service and repair matters, the Service Advisor must listen and thoroughly understand customer problems, arrange for appropriate service/repairs, and set/manage expectations on the part of the customers and the technicians in terms of service delivery. He or she makes sure the customer knows what repairs are needed and what repairs and maintenance are recommended. No one wants to have to bring their car in, but our Advisors ensure the customer is satisfied that the vehicle will be repaired right the first time and in the shortest time possible.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, some post-secondary automotive training or experience, at least one year of dealer-level or large facility experience, an unrestricted driver's license and a clean driving record, and a strong technical and customer service performance record. ASE certification a plus. He or she must be able to work productively in a fast-paced team environment and must have a positive attitude, professional appearance, great communication skills, and the ability to deliver world class customer service.

This job description summary outlines core aspects of this position, but additional duties may be required on a routine basis. This job description does not constitute the complete responsibilities for this position.
RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Schedules service for customers either in person or on the phone to ensure a prompt and accurate diagnosis of any problems
  • Makes repair recommendations and manages delivery of repairs by setting and managing customer expectations
  • Ensures that required documentation is complete and is in compliance with regulations and standards
  • Complies with and enforces all safety policies and procedures
  • Attends all staff meetings, trainings, and educational classes as required
  • Helps educate/train new staff members
  • Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Ford and CDK experience a plus
  • One year of dealer-level or large facility experience preferred
  • Broad scope of automotive mechanical/electrical knowledge
  • Neat, clean, and professional appearance
  • Pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality
  • Excellent communication, customer service, and problem solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to interact professionally with customers, vendors, and staff
  • Unrestricted driver's license and clean driving record
  • Able to drive both automatic and standard-transmission vehicles
  • Basic computer and internet skills

BENEFITS

  • Competitive Pay Based on Experience
  • Medical Benefits
  • Paid Vacation
  • Holidays
  • Ongoing Training and Mentoring
  • Professional Workplace
  • Non Smoking Workplace
  • Drug Free Workplace
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Direct Deposit
  • Opportunity to Advance