Automotive Service Advisor

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Location

Canadian Tire
Dartmouth, NS, Canada

Workplace

On site

Job Description

About the role

Canadian Tire Lake Bayers Lake – Store 465 is a high-profile, growth-oriented Halifax store with a constructive and goal-oriented culture for its staff. Management is focused on building a high-performance team that strives to be productive and efficient in all routines, projects and customer service. The vision and culture are to have a team that truly values coaching and execution of best practices and to become recognized amongst the best in retail operations, productivity and customer service. The store places a focus on health and safety, and its culture is fully committed to attracting, retaining and developing excellent employees and promoting from within. Goal-oriented individuals interested in an exciting retail career that supports their development, and who have a great work ethic and habits combined with a positive attitude, are encouraged to apply.

The Service Advisor must be team-oriented and have a strong automotive background along with a customer-friendly outlook. The shop is fast-paced and high-volume, and the Service Advisor must be able to multitask and operate in a professional manner at all times. The ability to learn new programs and processes, a positive personality and “Can–Do Attitude,” combined with basic computer knowledge, are required.

Responsibilities

  • Provides excellent customer service and ensures an ongoing commitment to the needs of the customer and their vehicle.
  • Responds to customer inquiries in a timely manner, over the phone and in person.
  • Understands customer needs and provides them with a complete solution.
  • Shares ideas and suggestions to improve the customer experience in the Service Centre.
  • Manages customer concerns and problems promptly.
  • Deals with challenging situations in a professional manner.
  • Ensures a smooth flow of communication with customers during repairs or maintenance work.
  • Completes and reviews repair orders with customers.
  • Estimates cost and time for service and repair needs. Ensures the final invoice is the same as the estimate and the vehicle is delivered on time.
  • Acts as liaison between customers and technicians and manages the status of work orders.
  • Schedules service and repair appointments.
  • Operates computerized work order systems.
  • Engages in learning activities and coaching to improve their own abilities.
  • Shares potential opportunities or suggestions with the Service Manager to help the Automotive Service Centre be more profitable and increase sales.
  • Complies with company, store and department policies, and health and safety program and regulations.
  • Completes other tasks, as required.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of market trends in the automotive service industry.
  • Knowledge and understanding of mechanical components of automobiles.
  • Ability to work effectively with auto parts ordering systems and computerized work order systems.
  • Basic math and keyboarding skills.
  • Good working knowledge of CoStar is an asset.
  • Experience in a similar role, in a Canadian Tire Auto Service Centre, is considered an asset.
  • Valid driver's license for the province of employment.

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The Service Advisor serves customers and coordinates repair and maintenance work at Canadian Tire Lake Bayers Lake – Store 465.

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