Description
Mike Calvert Ford is proud to be the newest addition to the Vaughan Automotive Group family. As our newest acquired dealership, we're entering an exciting new chapter — bringing fresh energy, new opportunities, and renewed investment in our people and our customers. We're looking for a customer-focused Service Advisor to be the primary point of contact between our customers and the service department — guiding customers through the repair and maintenance process while ensuring an excellent experience from check-in to vehicle delivery.
Responsibilities
- Greet customers promptly and professionally as they arrive for service
- Listen to and document customer concerns, and translate them into clear, accurate repair orders for technicians
- Recommend maintenance and repair services based on manufacturer schedules, technician findings, and vehicle history
- Provide accurate estimates for labor and parts, and obtain customer approval before work begins
- Communicate with technicians throughout the repair process to track status and any additional findings
- Keep customers updated on vehicle status, timelines, and any changes in cost or scope
- Review completed repair orders for accuracy before closing them out
- Explain completed work, charges, and warranty coverage to customers at pickup
- Follow up with customers as needed regarding declined services, satisfaction, or future maintenance needs
- Maintain strong CSI (Customer Satisfaction Index) scores and meet department sales and efficiency goals
- Work closely with technicians, parts, and the service manager to keep the shop running smoothly
Requirements
- Prior experience as a Service Advisor or in a customer-facing automotive service role preferred
- Strong communication, listening, and customer service skills
- Ability to explain technical repair information in clear, easy-to-understand terms
- Comfortable working with dealership service and scheduling software
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Sales aptitude with the ability to recommend services without being pushy
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Ford vehicles and dealership service systems
- ASE certification(s) a plus
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus