Bert Ogden Harlingen Kia Service Advisor

Summary

The Service Advisor is responsible for scheduling service work in the service department and for selling additional needed service to customers.

• Greet customers in a timely, friendly manner and communicate to determine the nature of the mechanical problem.
• Advise customers on the care of their cars and the value of maintaining their vehicles in accordance with manufacturers' specifications, using maintenance menus.
• If additional work is needed, explain the details to the customers, including the additional cost and time consideration.
• Follow up progress of each repair order during the day. Contact customers by telephone regarding changes in the estimate or time promised. Record changes on repair order in approved fashion.
• Handle telephone inquiries regarding work in process & appointments and return phone calls promptly. Deliver vehicles to customers and answer any questions.

• General knowledge of mechanical operations.
• Sales experience preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.