Service Advisor, San Jose

Lucid Motors
San Jose, CA
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level automotive professionals with a customer-facing orientation who thrive in high-standard environments.

Best fit for

  • Mid-level automotive professionals with 2-5 years of customer-facing service experience
    — “2-5 years previous automotive experience and training in a Service Advisor or Front of House customer facing role”
  • Candidates who can explain complex automotive concepts clearly to diverse audiences
    — “Ability to tailor and explain automotive terminology and concepts to customers across varying levels of automotive knowledge”
  • Individuals with a strong attention to detail and process-oriented mindset
    — “accurately document client concerns for diagnosis and repair”

Things to consider

  • The role requires full-time availability, including weekends during busy periods
    — “Full-time, including weekends or extended hours during busy periods”
  • Candidates must be prepared to complete CPR training post-hire
    — “Willingness to complete Lucid provided CPR training post hire”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with EV powertrains and warranty claim resolution in your resume and interview
    — “Knowledge of HV systems, LV systems, and EV powertrains”
  • Emphasize your ability to manage customer expectations and ensure satisfaction through documentation
    — “Uphold the Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) KPI as a fundamental aspect of our operations”
  • Showcase your proficiency in customer service software and Microsoft Office tools
    — “Proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office as well as learn proprietary DMS software”
  • Demonstrate your experience in tracking and managing vehicle maintenance workflows
    — “track all client vehicles through the maintenance and repair process”
  • Mention your ability to handle loaner agreements and coordinate rental services for clients
    — “Manage and facilitate loaner agreements, coordinating rental vehicle requests for customers as needed”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Mid

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • ensuring exceptional customer experience
  • accurate documentation
Typical background
service advisor experienceautomotive industry knowledge

Skills & requirements

Required

Customer ServiceVehicle MaintenanceRepair Process ManagementQuality Standards

Preferred

Electric Vehicle KnowledgeCustomer Satisfaction

Stack & domain

Customer ServiceVehicle MaintenanceRepairDiagnosisQuality ControlCommunicationProblem-solvingTeamworkCustomer SatisfactionAutomotiveElectric VehiclesMobility

About the role

Original posting from Lucid Motors via Greenhouse

About Lucid

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience. 

We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.

As a Service Advisor at Lucid, you will be responsible for providing excellent customer service to our clients and ensuring an exceptional customer experience at all steps of the service process. You will greet clients promptly, consult with technicians, accurately document client concerns for diagnosis and repair, and explain all service options to clients, including time and cost estimates. You will also track all client vehicles through the maintenance and repair process, ensuring that work done meets Lucid's quality standards before vehicles are returned to clients. 

Responsibilities: 

Ensure clients are informed throughout the service experience from initial contact to vehicle handover  

Conduct comprehensive inspections and thorough check-in processes for customer vehicles, identifying and reporting any damage or visible wear 

Check in new vehicles and document transport damage on PDI vehicles, ensuring accurate notation on the Bill of Lading (BOL) and processing through internal channels for proper documentation 

Manage and facilitate loaner agreements, coordinating rental vehicle requests for customers as needed, including arranging Lyft rides for convenience 

Uphold the Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) KPI as a fundamental aspect of our operations, actively ensuring that customers are delighted with the quality of service provided 

Review and revise work orders after technicians and detailers complete their tasks, guaranteeing accurate documentation and precise time punches in alignment with corresponding labor operations 

Promptly address and correct any warranty claim rejections within the established timeframe to maintain operational efficiency and customer satisfaction 

Responsible for acquiring customers signatures for service authorization and service invoice via DocuSign and collecting payment for customer pay repairs 

Explanation of invoice to customers of repairs preformed to ensure correct understanding of completed work and that all concerns have been address to customer satisfaction 

Greets incoming service clients, answer and direct phone calls, answer client questions, and take messages as needed 

Ensure that work done meets Lucid's exacting standards before vehicles are returned to clients – act as the last QC step  

Other duties as assigned  

Qualifications: 

2-5 years previous automotive experience and training in a Service Advisor or Front of House customer facing role  

Excellent interpersonal skills with a compassionate and patient demeanor 

Problem-solving and creative thinking skills 

Ability to articulate and document details to ensure smooth workflow  

Ability to tailor and explain automotive terminology and concepts to customers across varying levels of automotive knowledge 

Proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office as well as learn proprietary DMS software 

Full-time, including weekends or extended hours during busy periods 

Willingness to complete Lucid provided CPR training post hire  

Valid driver’s license with no suspensions within the past year.   Drivers under 21 must have maintained a Driver’s License for a minimum of 3 years and successfully complete Lucid Training upon hire 

Preferred Qualifications:  

AA/BS in either Automotive Technology or Business Management, or equivalent work experience 

Knowledge of HV systems, LV systems, and EV powertrains 

Start-up experience and related fast-paced environments 

At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.Compensation Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.Base Pay Range (hourly)$30—$41 USD

Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans. 

Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations. 

Accessibility: Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations <@> lucidmotors.com. This email address is designated solely for accommodation requests and is not monitored for job applications or resume submissions. To be considered for employment, all applications must be submitted through the Lucid Motors Careers website.

Candidate Data Privacy: By submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice. 

To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Lucid Motors. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. 

Source: Lucid Motors careers (Greenhouse)

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