Service Advisor

Nissan of Irvine
  • IRVINE, CA
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    We are seeking a customer-focused, organized, and knowledgeable professional to join our service team. In this role, you will be the primary point of contact for guests bringing their vehicles in for maintenance and repair, ensuring a smooth, transparent, and positive experience from check-in to vehicle pickup. The ideal candidate is skilled at building trust, communicating clearly, and coordinating effectively with technicians and internal teams to deliver high-quality service.

    Responsibilities

    • Greet customers promptly and professionally, listen carefully to their concerns, and document vehicle issues accurately.
    • Write repair orders and clearly communicate customer requests, symptoms, and vehicle information to the service team.
    • Provide updates to customers regarding inspection findings, recommended services, repair progress, and estimated completion times.
    • Present maintenance and repair recommendations in a clear, respectful, and transparent manner.
    • Coordinate with technicians, parts teams, and service management to support efficient workflow and timely completion of work.
    • Review completed repairs with customers and explain invoices, services performed, and any follow-up needs.
    • Schedule appointments, manage customer follow-up, and help maintain high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.
    • Handle questions, concerns, and service-related issues with professionalism and a solution-oriented approach.
    • Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, repair orders, and service history.
    • Support a clean, organized, and customer-ready service drive and waiting area.

    Qualifications

    • Previous experience in automotive service, customer service, or a related client-facing role.
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain technical information in a clear and approachable way.
    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
    • Comfortable using computer systems, service software, Microsoft outlook, excel, word, and basic office tools.
    • Professional, courteous, and dependable approach to customer interactions.
    • Ability to work collaboratively with technicians, parts staff, and leadership.
    • Proficient understanding of vehicle maintenance and repair processes.

    Preferred Attributes

    • Experience explaining repair recommendations and maintaining customer trust.
    • Familiarity with dealership repair operations.
    • Ability to thrive in a team-oriented, service-driven environment.
    • Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to delivering excellent guest experiences.

    What We Offer

    • Opportunity to work in a professional, customer-focused environment.
    • Supportive team culture with room to grow and develop.
    • Training and ongoing learning opportunities.
    • Competitive compensation and benefits package.

    Equal Opportunity

    We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming workplace. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, and business needs.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationIRVINE, CA

    Skills

    • Automotive Repair and Maintenanceunmatched
    • Billingunmatched
    • Calendar Managementunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Computer Servicesunmatched
    • Computer Systemsunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Customer Retention/Renewalunmatched
    • Customer Satisfactionunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Microsoft Outlookunmatched
    • Microsoft Wordunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Repair Ordersunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Track Customer Issuesunmatched

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