Service Advisor

Interstate Companies, Inc., is a dynamic organization that provides rewarding careers for approximately 1,600 employees in its corporate office and five operating units - Interstate Assembly Systems, Interstate Bearing Systems, Interstate Energy Systems, Interstate Power Systems and I-State Truck Center.

We are currently seeking an experienced Service Advisor to join our team.

Service Writers fulfill a critical role in our operations. They are responsible for building strong customer relationships by consulting with customers regarding their service needs. Together with the technicians, Service Advisors ascertain the cause of the issue(s) that prompted a given customer's visit, works to address and resolve those issues.

Job Duties:

• Greet the customer and start the process of helping the customer through the repair
• Help identify a mechanical problem by questioning the customer or visual inspection
• Positive interface with technicians, foreman, parts department and customers
• Advise customers about necessary services needed for repair of vehicles
• Write and present accurate estimates of repair
• Explain the work and charges to the customer when the job is complete
• Accurately process customer and warranty repair orders
• Organize and prioritize workflow of shop and field technicians
• Communicate with shift advisers as to work progress and priority
• Responsible for securing facility at close of shift
• Assist parts department with purchasing, work orders, etc.
• Administrative duties as related to role

Requirements for Service Advisor:

• High School Graduate Required
• 3 Years of Truck or Automotive Service Writing Experience Required

Ideal Candidate will possess the following qualities:

• Positive attitude
• Solid written and verbal communication skills including excellent customer service and phone skills
• Organized and able to manage time wisely
• The desire to succeed in a day-to-day challenging position
• Mechanical Experience
• Computer Skills (Excel, Word, Excede Operating System)

Benefits:

• Competitive Wages - Be paid your worth!
• Tuition assistance - for educational and ongoing career growth
• Health, dental and vision coverage - begins on the first day of the following month.
• Paid Time Off - (PTO) starts accruing day one of your full-time employment.
• Holidays - 6 Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays per year
• 401(K) - with company matching.
• Long Term Disability - Supplied
• Short Term Disability - Supplied
• Life Insurance - Supplied
• Healthiest You - Virtual Health Care paid by Interstate.
• PPE Reimbursement- Safety Glasses and Safety Boot Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance - We care about our furry friends!
• Employee Discounts - available on products and services
• Paid Employee Assistance Program - Free 24/7 Access to a guidance consultant regarding life challenges you or family member may face.
• Paid Health and Well-being screening - for employees and their spouse

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Interstate is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage all qualified and interested people to apply for this position by submitting a resume for consideration.

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