Automotive Service Writer

Midas Bakersfield

Automotive Service Writer

Clovis, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Bonus based on performance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Training & development

    The Service Writer serves as the central point-of-contact for all automotive service and repair matters. The Service Writer's responsibility is to listen and thoroughly understand customer problems, arrange for an appropriate service/repair solution, and set/manage delivery expectations on the part of the customer and technician(s) alike. Acting as a trusted adviser, the Service Writer ensures that the proposed service/repair solution appropriately matches the service/repair requirement. The Service Writer's job is to earn repeat business and grow new business by delivering exceptional quality service and repair work that matches an honest and accurate estimate.

    We are interested in recruiting an individual who has exceptional people skills (friendly, sincere, engaging) and is a problem-solver by nature. Although strong technical knowledge is desired, we are open to applicants who have an aptitude for automotive service and repair -- we will provide comprehensive training to the right individual. The ideal Service Writer candidate has a high school diploma/GED, an affinity for automotive maintenance/repair, an unrestricted driver's license and clean driving record, and a strong desire to learn and grow with our business.

    COMPENSATION

    $20.00 TO 22.00 PLUS BONUS

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Greet customers with a smile and a helpful attitude

    Carefully listen to the customer with regard to request or issue

    Promptly arrange for vehicle service or repair action

    Develop a repair estimate based upon the technician's diagnosis

    Monitor service/repair action and inform customer of progress

    Generate invoices and handle payment transactions (cash, point-of-sale, or electronic payment media)

    Perform customer follow-up courtesy call to ensure delivery met expectations

    Perform marketing activities such as networking, calling upon businesses for fleet servicing, and promotions to existing and new clientele

    Assist shop management in maintaining appropriate inventory levels, including the purchase of parts and materials

    QUALIFICATIONS

    High school diploma/GED (advanced education desired)

    Exceptional customer service skills

    Exceptional listener and communicator (written and verbal)

    Point-of-sale and electronic payment media skills desired

    Sales experience desired

    Highly collaborative nature

    Current and unrestricted driver's license

    Able to operate a standard transmission

    Impressive work ethic

    Strong math skills

    Automotive technical knowledge a plus