Job Description The Service Advisor supports the center of communication for service/repair activities and is the liaison between customers and the technicians in a fast-paced environment. Serving as the primary point-of-contact for quick maintenance services and repair matters, the Assistant Service Advisor will greet customers, input their personal and vehicle data into the system, set appointments, bill jobs, and prepare estimates for the Advisors. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, some post-secondary automotive training or experience, at least one year of customer service experience, an unrestricted driver's license and a clean driving record, and a good technical and customer service performance record. Candidates 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. Spanish speaking a plus. Responsibilities Greets all customers in a warm, sincere, and helpful manner Schedules service for customers either in person or on the phone to ensure a prompt and accurate diagnosis of any problems Enters customer and vehicle data into computer Prepares estimates for Service Advisors 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 One year of customer service experience Basic understanding of automotive knowledge Neat, clean, and professional appearance Highly professional and dependable Excellent communication, customer service, and problem solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stress Unrestricted driver's license and clean driving record Able to drive both automatic and standard-transmission vehicles Good computer and internet skills Company Description Become a member of a winning team that offers growth opportunities, excellent earning potential, and leadership that fosters engaged team members. Jim Burke Ford Lincoln is one of the top five Ford dealers in California and a recipient of the Ford Motor Company President's Award—the highest honor bestowed upon a dealership. The dealership corporation was founded in 1913 and is one of the oldest in the nation. With almost 300 employees, our vision of "Building lasting relationships" has become the cornerstone of everything we do. We are 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 job application! Benefits An AWESOME place to work! Medical Insurance Dental Insurance 401(K) Retirement Plan Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Paid Sick Time Company-Paid Life Insurance Generous Discounts on Sales/Service/Rental Voluntary Benefits Paid Training Uniforms (For applicable position) Assistant Service Advisor Schedule II Must be available to work between the hours of 7:30 am - 5:30 pm Monday - Friday.