Service Writer II

Company Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group Vehicle Operations

Job Profile Service Writer II

Management Level Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

Travel % No

Work Shift Day

Compensation Hourly base pay rate is $35.29 - $52.88/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Cox Fleet keeps your fleet moving! Headquartered in Indianapolis, Cox Fleet has grown to become one of the largest fleet maintenance companies in the country. Fleet Services is the leading provider of on-site mobile maintenance and repair services nationwide, offering mobile on-site fleet service for light medium, and heavy-duty trucks and trailers. Fleet Services also services customers utilizing its 50+ nationwide service centers;

each offering accident repair, painting, refurbishment, and heavy mechanical repair. We are supported by a 24/7 in-house call-center and provide scheduled maintenance services and unscheduled services to fleets anywhere, anytime.

• Help answer phones and assist service customers with individual needs for vehicle repairs and maintenance services, provide cost estimates, timelines, etc.
• Creating estimates in line with varying customer needs and expectations of cost, quality, and lead time.
• Communicate with customers via email, fax, or phone to provide updates on vehicle repair status, obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve purchase order numbers and/or discuss billing items.
• Review repair orders (RO) for accuracy and ensuring proper description of symptoms, problems, and causes are listed, as well as repairs and services performed based on what technicians submit are captured, entering RO into service database system.
• Managing the transactions lifecycle from origination until the customer unit is in control/custody of the repair technician.
• Obtain customers approval for all repairs and services performed.
• Dispatching and assigning shop work to technicians
• Working closely with technicians, sales staff and customers ensuring DFS is providing excellent customer service, minimizing costs, and identifying the best solutions for repairing and maintaining customer’s vehicles.
• Timely and accurate documentation and notation in all DFS internal and external systems regarding each customer vehicle repair
• Creating and fostering good working relationships with customers, vendors, and company partners.
• Maintaining quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards and safety policies.

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline; or 5 years’ experience in a related field
• Strong verbal and written communication, along with listening skills to interact with customers, employees, and vendors.
• Familiarity with Karmak, ADP, Reynold, RO Writer or similar programs
• Strong computer and Windows office suite skillset, and the ability to learn new platforms (such as DFS IT Systems, including Web Wrench, Mobile Frame, RO Writer)
• General understanding of the Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). federal, state, and local regulations affecting vehicle maintenance operations.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and apply initiative.
• Positive attitude, good instincts, and self-motivation
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to balance a variety of tasks.

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

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