Service Advisor
- 101 Northgate Drive, Okotoks, AB, T1S 0H9, Canada
Full-time
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Brand Statement
Rev Up Your Career at Okotoks GM in Okotoks, Alberta!
Join a team where progress isn’t just a goal, it’s the culture we live and breathe. As part of a family-owned and operated automotive group, Okotoks GM embraces Kaizen - ‘continuous improvement’ - as the driving force behind how we operate. We are always evolving to deliver an exceptional experience for our customers, strengthen opportunities for our employees, and support the communities in which we work.
At Okotoks GM, you’ll step into a fast‑paced, forward‑thinking environment where your ideas matter, your growth is prioritized, and your work fuels a culture of excellence. If you're passionate, driven, and ready to accelerate your career, this is the place for you.
Start your engine - your next great opportunity begins here!
As part of the Kaizen Automotive Group, Okotoks GM is proud to be able to empower our associates with a supportive workplace and access to the benefits they need along their professional journey to feel happy, healthy and valued. Full‑Time employees enjoy a robust benefits package, including:
- Competitive Compensation• Dental & Extended Health Coverage• Company Pension• Paid Time Off• Life & Disability Insurance• Employee & Family Assistance Programs• Vehicle Purchase & Service Discounts• Paid Professional Development• Company‑Wide Appreciation Events• And SO MUCH MORE!
Overview
Position Summary
The Service Advisor is the primary liaison between customers and the dealership’s Service Department. This role is responsible for understanding customer concerns, accurately documenting service needs, and coordinating with technicians to ensure timely, high-quality repairs aligned with OEM standards. The ideal candidate delivers strong customer service, communicates effectively, and thrives in a fast-paced automotive environment.
Responsibilities and Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
- Greet customers promptly and professionally, clearly documenting service concerns and vehicle information.
- Prepare repair orders and service estimates in accordance with dealership and OEM guidelines.
- Communicate recommended services, pricing, and timelines with transparency and clarity.
- Coordinate with technicians to ensure accurate diagnosis, timely repairs, and proper documentation.
- Provide regular updates to customers and maintain communication throughout the service process.
- Review completed work, verify quality, and ensure customer satisfaction prior to vehicle delivery.
- Handle customer questions, concerns, and follow-up needs to support long-term relationships.
- Ensure compliance with warranty requirements, OEM repair procedures, and dealership policies.
- Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation within the DMS and OEM systems.
- Support a clean, organized, and safety focused service environment.
- All other duties as assigned by leadership.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in an automotive service or customer service role; dealership experience preferred.
- Strong understanding of vehicle maintenance and repair terminology.
- Excellent communication, customer service, and relationship building skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver high-quality service in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with dealership management systems (DMS) and OEM service platforms.
- Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
- Automotive or business related education or certification is an asset.
Qualifications
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Responsibilities
Serve as the primary contact between customers and the Service Department by documenting concerns, preparing repair orders and estimates, and clearly communicating recommendations, costs, and timelines. Coordinate with technicians, keep customers updated, verify completed work, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with OEM and dealership requirements.
Requirements
Previous automotive service or customer service experience is required, with dealership experience preferred, along with knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair terminology. Candidates should have strong communication, organization, and customer relationship skills, be proficient with DMS and OEM service platforms, and hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; automotive or business education or certification is an asset.
Skills
- Customer Service
- Automotive Service Knowledge
- Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Terminology
- Customer Communication
- Relationship Building
- Repair Order Preparation
- Service Estimating
- Technician Coordination
- Warranty Compliance
- OEM Repair Procedures
- Dealership Management Systems
- OEM Service Platforms
- Organization
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Quality Assurance
Benefits
- Dental Coverage
- Extended Health Coverage
- Company Pension
- Paid Time Off
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Family Assistance Program
- Vehicle Purchase Discounts
- Vehicle Service Discounts
- Paid Professional Development
- Company-Wide Appreciation Events
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Categories
- Customer Service & Support
- Transportation
- Sales
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Keywords
- Automotive Service
- Service Advisor
- Customer Service
- Service Department
- Repair Orders
- Service Estimates
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Vehicle Repair
- OEM Standards
- OEM Repair Procedures
- Warranty Requirements
- Technician Coordination
- Dealership Management System
- DMS
- OEM Service Platforms
- Customer Communication
- Quality Assurance
- Kaizen
- Continuous Improvement
- Automotive Dealership