Service Advisor

Job Posted: 2025-03-26
Location:
Watertown, SD, US

Are you a proactive, detail-oriented person with great communication skills and a passion for customer service? Butler Machinery wants you to be a Service Advisor, coordinating and scheduling service technician’s time, invoicing work orders, and communicating quotes, job status and scheduling.

We have a generous retirement plan with 10% guaranteed and up to 5% discretionary provided by the company annually once eligibility is met, with no minimum required contributions out of your pocket. This is your opportunity to grow professionally with an industry-leading equipment provider with a 70+ year presence in the marketplace!


Responsibilities:

  • Assists the Service Manager in quoting, estimating, and delivering CVA’s (service contracts) upcoming jobs coming into the service department. 
  • Assigns jobs and work areas to Service Technicians according to their skills and knowledge. 
  • Provides regular and timely feedback that recognizes employee performance, motivating employees and promoting self-development.
  • Communicates with and coaches employees on assignments, providing technical expertise as needed.
  • Seeks customer feedback proactively, anticipates problems and responds promptly. 
  • Responds and follows up to employee issues and concerns. 
  • Reviews all repair work orders for accuracy concerning parts, materials and labor, and approves the release of equipment for delivery to the customer. 
  • Advises Service Manager of all customer complaints. 
  • Assists the team in the implementation of Contamination Control Guidelines.
  • Collaborates closely with the Service Manager to oversee all aspects of the service department, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional customer service. 
  • Serves as a key support in fulfilling the Service Manager's responsibilities and may step into the role as needed in their absence.
  • Exhibits technical and product knowledge on all equipment sold within the dealership’s area of responsibility. 
  • Follows all safety rules and regulations while performing work assignments and adheres to all policies and procedures as specified in company manuals and as directed in the employee handbook. 
  • Actively seeks out and engages in company-sponsored training to enhance skills and knowledge while also participating in company and location-driven communication efforts, including customer events, department meetings, and other related initiatives.
  • This position requires taking afterhours calls to support customers and technicians as needed. 
  • Works within and promotes vision, mission, and values of BMC.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • A High school and/or technical school education or equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education required.
  • Strong customer service skills 
  • Strong computer skills 
  • Strong technical knowledge 
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills 
  • Strong time management skills
  • Ability to multi-task

As a family business for three generations, we currently employ over 900 associates in 20 locations throughout North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, and Nebraska. We are looking for self-motivated, forward-thinking individuals to join us in our continued success. If you desire to start your career with our team, here are some things we offer within our full benefits package: 
 

  • 10% Annual Retirement Employer Contribution, with Additional 5% Discretionary Employer Contribution
  • Health Insurance – 3 plan options
  • Health Savings Account – Employer contribution up to $1,300/year 
  • Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
  • Dental Insurance – 2 plan options 
  • Vision Insurance
  • Basic Life/AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Employer paid Short-Term Disability Coverage – 60% of base pay/salary
  • Long-Term Disability Coverage 
  • Maternity / Paternity Benefits
  • Holidays
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(K) Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – including Health Coaching 
  • SmartDollar – employer paid financial planning program 
  • Legal Shield/ID Shield products 
  • Voluntary Benefit options - Cancer Insurance/Accident/Hospitalization
      

 EOE/Vet/Disability