Automotive service advisor

Meineke Car Care Centers

Automotive service advisor

Phoenix, AZ
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Dental insurance

    Employee discounts

    Free uniforms

    Health insurance

    Profit sharing

    Service Advisor Duties A

    Customer Service

    · Prioritize customers in every interaction, striving to exceed their expectations.

    · Maintain a positive atmosphere—find ways to accommodate customers and ensure their satisfaction.

    · Adhere to Meineke procedures for welcoming customers, gathering information, explaining the inspection process, and obtaining signed work orders before commencing any work.

    · Educate customers on inspection results, communicate the benefits and value of any necessary work, answer questions, and perform needed repairs according to Meineke protocols.

    · Follow Meineke procedures for customer check-out, including reviewing work done, seeking feedback, scheduling follow-ups, and informing customers about the CSI program.

    · Proactively communicate with customers throughout their visits, keeping them informed and managing issues as they arise.

    · Aim to achieve a 70% email collection rate.

    Sales

    · Meet weekly and monthly personal sales targets.

    · Contribute to the overall center sales goals.

    · Conduct role-playing presentations with team members before presenting to customers.

    Phone Procedures

    · Always adhere to Meineke phone procedures, including daily role-playing to maintain skills.

    · Regularly review recorded calls to identify areas for improvement.

    · Assist in training and role-playing with other team members as needed, helping others stay proficient.

    Building Estimates

    · Possess comprehensive knowledge of Mkey to efficiently build complete repair tickets.

    · Utilize Job Builder, sales packages, and ISE to construct thorough estimates for all work recommended by technicians.

    · Prepare complete repairs, incorporating all relevant parts, services, accessories, and labor to protect the customer's investment and ensure proper vehicle system functionality.

    · Order parts from approved vendors promptly, track arrival, and verify with technicians to ensure accuracy. Assign invoices to the correct RO numbers.

    · Ensure full documentation on every ticket, including inspection sheets, estimates, work orders, final invoices, battery test forms, etc.

    Center Upkeep

    · Work proactively to maintain a clean, comfortable, and professional center image at all times.

    · Assist with regular center maintenance as needed.

    · Manage cores, returns, inventory deliveries, and other upkeep tasks as requested.

    · Perform closing duties as required, including closing the day in Mkey, bank deposits, cash audits, etc.

    Teamwork

    · Be a team player and help others achieve their goals.

    · Take initiative on tasks that need to be done without waiting to be asked.

    · Train and teach new team members as necessary.

    · Contribute to a positive and productive team environment.

    Additional Duties

    · Follow all center policies and procedures.

    · Perform any additional tasks as requested.

    Lead Service Advisor Responsibilities (Everything above plus below duties)

    · Assist the Shop Manager with back-office and financial tasks, including maintaining accurate daily records of customer transactions and daily center business, ensuring easy access at any time.

    · Track cores, returns, labor warranty claims, and other vendor financials daily to ensure accuracy and manage margins.

    · Resolve any outstanding customer issues or complaints satisfactorily.

    · Manage the daily customer callback process to ensure calls are being made and appointments are being set.

    · Monitor online reviews and Meineke CSI scores regularly; follow up on outstanding issues and train team members on areas for improvement.

    · Assist the Lead Technician in ensuring the shop runs efficiently.