Service Advisor

Signing Bonus Available (based upon level of training and experience)

Payscale $ annually

Housing Assistance Available (based upon level of training and experience)

ND state law requires the manufacturer to pay retail flag hours for warranty repairs

This position requires relocation to the state of North Dakota

Escape the hustle of big-city life and discover the unmatched quality of living and working in Grand Forks North Dakota at Nelson Ford of Grand Forks. With a lower cost of living shorter commutes and a strong sense of community Grand Forks offers a more relaxed and balanced lifestyle without sacrificing career growth. Enjoy great schools clean air open spaces and access to fishing and other outdoor activities year-round! All while being part of a thriving supportive local economy.

In Grand Forks you can experience:

• Lower tax rates
• Lower housing costs
• Great schools
• Nightlife with vibrant arts culture
• Diverse shopping options
• Lots of outdoor activities beautiful scenery

The responsibilities of a Service Advisor include greeting customers listening to their needs and scheduling appointments as needed. They may also set up loaner cars and verify insurance before maintenance is scheduled.

By working at a Ford dealership you can be a part of a brand that honors the past and is invested in the future. Join the Ford Family where we value service to each other and the world as much as to our customers!

Service Advisor Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive Pay

• Flexible Working Hours

• Health Insurance

• PTO & Sick Leave

• 401(K)

Service Advisor Responsibilities:

• Greet customers promptly

• Obtain customer and vehicle information

• Clearly report all vehicle symptoms as described by the customer

• Determine and recommend maintenance base on age mileage and history of vehicle

• Prepare a complete and accurate estimate of cost for labor and parts

• Establish follow up time

• Monitor the progress of each vehicle throughout the day and update customers frequently

• Verify that the final invoice reconciles with the work performed on the repair order

• Explain all completed work and charges to customers

Service Advisor Requirements:

• Previous experience at a Ford dealership is a plus

• Ability to identify the problem quickly

• Knowledge of automobiles

• Proven record of achieving exceptional customer satisfaction

• Past experience as a service advisor assistant lane manager or service consultant

• Very energetic personality

• A desire for a long-term career with a growing organization

• Personal and professional integrity

• Computer skills and willingness to learn new programs

• Ability to learn new technology and repair and service procedures and specifications

• Minimum of 1 year in service department

• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work on your feet for extended periods of time

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Basic computer skills

• Positive friendly attitude

• High school diploma or equivalent

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color sex religion sexual orientation national origin disability genetic information pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws.