Murphy Tractor & Equipment CO is hiring : Service Writer in Topeka

Summary

The Service Writer is responsible for maintaining Service Technician timecards and safety training records, generating work order logs, entering data into the service business system, preparing warranty claims, running reports, and other general service department duties as directed by the Branch Service Manager.

Essential Functions

• Administrative - Maintain department communication in order to complete reports and work. Maintain Service Technician timecards and safety training records. Maintain DOT and IFTA logs for all field service trucks. Maintain clean and organized warranty parts storage. Enter proper charge labor codes, work done and type of machines. Work with customer invoicing problems. File invoices properly with current account system to maintaining current billing cycle. Answer phones system, taking messages and directing calls as needed. Maintain a clean, orderly and safe work area appearance.
• Service - Complete job status reports. Generate work order log and previews on completed work orders. Open and close work orders in a timely manner in order to minimize work-in-process. Maintain use of the Standard Pricing Guide (SPG) with employees and work orders. Work with Deere Product Support Manager. Bill according to established flat rates. Interview customers to obtain description of problem and type cost estimate of repair work for customers (quote). Prepare warranty claims, file with Central Warranty Processor, and maintain warranty log. Establish and maintain service records. Maintain quality control records. Inform Branch Service Manager of Service Technician productivity on current work orders. Answer and schedule field servicing. Dispatch service trucks through Navtrax / JD link (internal system). Process part returns for warranty claims.

Other Functions

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Physical Requirements and Work Schedule

Ability to do occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs. Able to work flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

Education / Work Experience

High school diploma or GED required. At least one year related experience and / or training preferred.

Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co. is an equal opportunity employer.