DRIVE YOUR CAREER WITH INLAND

Inland Truck & Equipment is an industry leader in the heavy-duty truck & sales, service and parts marketplace. As a rapidly growing company with over 1400 employees across 35 branches in North America, Inland offers exciting employment opportunities that can help you drive your future!

This position is located at our sales and service dealership in Cranbrook, BC.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Service Advisor will be responsible for working directly with our valued customers throughout the service engagement.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Schedules service appointments. Obtains customer and vehicle data prior to arrival when possible.
Greets customers in a timely, friendly manner and obtains vehicle information.
Performs walk-arounds with customers to verify complaints and point out additional repairs that may be required, including bodywork. Specific effort to sell seasonal service specials as required.
Writes up customer's vehicle/equipment problems accurately and clearly on repair order.
Refers to service history, inspects vehicle/equipment, and recommends additional needed service including checking for any outstanding recall notices.
If necessary, arranges for the Lead Hand to test drive the vehicle with the customer to confirm the problem, or refers to the test technician.
Coordinates with parts department to order needed parts.
Advises customers on the care of their vehicles/equipment and the value of maintaining them in accordance with manufacturers' specifications.
Provides a complete and accurate written cost estimate for labour and parts.
Establishes "promised time." Checks with dispatcher, if necessary.
Obtains customer's signature on repair order; provides customer with a copy.
Establishes customer's method of payment. Obtains credit approval, if necessary.
Notifies dispatcher of incoming work.
Checks on progress of repair throughout the day. Contacts customers regarding any changes in the estimate or promised time, explains cost and time requirements in detail, and gets proper authorization before any additional repairs are performed.
Maintains strong working knowledge of warranty parameters for KW chassis (re: trucks) and the major component suppliers and advises customers accordingly.
Reviews repair orders to ensure that work is completed and additional work and authorization is noted. Closes repair order as appropriate.
Ensures that vehicles/equipment are parked in assigned areas. Makes sure they are locked and all keys are marked and put away correctly.
Keeps service department forms, menus and pricing guides up-to-date.
Explains completed work and all charges to customers.
Maintains high customer satisfaction standards.
Handles telephone inquiries regarding appointments and work in process.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) essential
Post-secondary diploma or trade certification preferred
Three years related experience and/or training
Strong customer service skills, ability to listen to customer concerns and solve issues
Strong interpersonal skills, team player, helpful and cheerful with sales personnel
Basic computer skills, including spreadsheets and keyboarding
Good mechanical aptitude and great organizational skills
Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 kgs or 50 lbs on occasion.
Must be able to walk around shop floor/parts department and sit/stand at service counter.
Functions well with large volume and fast-paced work environment.
Ability to proactively problem-solve and think logically
Good verbal and strong written communication skills
Detail-oriented
Works well with large volume and fast-paced work environment.
Accountability and dependability with strong time management
Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 kgs or 50 lbs on occasion.

CANADA BENEFITS PACKAGE

Our employees receive a generous benefits package including:

Extended Medical (including Vision)
Dental
Prescription benefits
RRSP with employer matching program
Long Term and Short Term Disability
Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Paid Time Off
On-going training opportunities

If you are looking for an opportunity to become a part of a dynamic team of professionals, we invite you to apply today.

Keywords: service, service advisor, warranty, truck warranty, heavy truck service

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