Service Advisor

Leader Automotive Group is a wholly-owned subsidiary of AutoCanada, a publicly-traded company.

Leader Automotive is AutoCanada's first footprint into the U.S.

market, and we currently have 10 dealerships consisting of 23 different franchises and over 900 employees.

We have a strong presence in the Chicagoland area, with 8 dealerships and 2 more located in central Illinois.

We are searching for talented individuals as we begin a new and exciting legacy into the U.S.

market.

We are searching for an experienced service advisor to join our team at our high volume Kia dealership located in Lincolnwood, IL.

If you love cars and people and are looking for a career job, look no further.

With your experience and our high volume service center, you can make a great income! We can offer a top pay plan and an exceptional benefits package.

Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

BCBS Health & Wellness Discounts / Programs

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid time off / Vacation

Growth / Advancement Opportunities

Employee Vehicle Purchase Policy

Above Average Industry Pay

Publicly traded organization / stability

Employee referral bonuses

Responsibilities

Oversee service orders and flow of Drive Lane.

Ensure that customers receive prompt, courteous, and effective service.

Take ownership of the customer's experience by carrying out those additional assignments that allow the dealership to leave a positive impression with the customer.

Provide concierge support for all owner inquiries, whether phone or in person, to assure the customer does not get mishandled.

Ensure the daily inventory of technicians' time is consistently sold to service customers.

Distribute work between technicians efficiently.

Answer technical questions about vehicle problems, warranties, services, and repairs.

Maintain Customer Happiness scores at or above company standards.

Assist in diagnosing vehicle problems; order parts and tools as necessary.

Oversee administration of warranty claims as well as training and supervising of service department.

Set schedules and assigns tasks to service department employees.

Reinforces company policies and adheres to company standards.

Encourages compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Maintain good working relationship with factory(s) and foster positive employee relations.

Collaborate with upper management to make service department hiring and discipline decisions.

Qualifications

Must be a top performer willing to go above and beyond for customers

Outstanding in sales and follow through

Must have at least 1 year experience in automobile service write ups

Experience with Reynolds & Reynolds is a plus

Self-motivated, organized and driven to succeed

Must possess a valid driver's license

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination / harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.