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Service Writer/Parts Counter Representative
full-timeCedar Rapids

Summary

Location

Cedar Rapids

Type

full-time

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About this role

The Service Writer / Parts Counter Sales Representative is a hybrid role responsible for supporting both the service and parts departments within a truck sales and service operation. This position serves as a primary point of contact for customers, coordinating service repairs, preparing work orders, and assisting with parts identification and sales. This role requires strong customer service skills, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities include writing and managing repair service orders, communicating with technicians regarding job status and repair needs, providing accurate parts quotes, processing parts sales, and ensuring timely follow-up with customers. The position plays a critical role in maximizing shop efficiency, maintaining accurate documentation, and driving revenue through service and parts sales while delivering a high level of customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and knowledgeable in truck components and repair processes, with the ability to build strong relationships with customers, technicians, and vendors. This role supports overall operational efficiency and contributes directly to customer retention and profitability.

What We Offer:

Great Culture & Team Environment

Long Term Career Advancement Opportunities

Paid Training

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Health Reimbursement Account

Company Paid Life, Accident, and Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist retail and shop customers in selecting required parts in a friendly, professional manner.
  • Inform customers of part requirements, specials, and full product line offerings.
  • Answer phone calls, provide price quotes, and share product information in a friendly manner.
  • Pull and fill orders from stock; notify parts manager of out-of-stock items.
  • Maintain accurate records of repair/parts orders, invoices and special orders and all supporting documents.
  • Keep counter areas clean and organized; replenish inventory daily.
  • Process payments, obtain credit authorizations, and ensure proper documentation for all transactions.
  • Issue credits for returned parts and verify purchase details.
  • Participate in training programs and stay current on new products and updates.
  • Support outside sales representatives with order fulfillment.
  • Write up customer vehicle issues accurately, obtain signatures, and provide copies of repair orders.
  • Communicate repair progress and status updates to customers.
  • Ensure proper handling and storage of vehicles and keys.
  • Explain completed work and charges to customers clearly.
  • Ensure vehicles are parked in assigned area’s, trucks are locked and keys are tagged and properly stored.
  • Maintain professional appearance and uphold company standards.
  • Greet customers in a timely, friendly manner and obtain all specific vehicle / customer information required for proper repairs, contacting customer and invoicing.
  • This position is responsible for the receipt and flow of all incoming work, communication with customers and constant communication with all other internal departments.
  • Participates with the parts manager in maintaining a lost sales tracking program
  • Participates in all training programs that are made available.
  • Provides high level of service to internal and external customers.

 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to listen, resolve conflicts, and provide outstanding customer service.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and goal-oriented mindset, deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
  • Proficiency with computers and business applications.
  • Ability to read and interpret work orders, safety rules, and technical documents.
  • Basic math skills and ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Ability to develop written estimates and quote bids and schedule jobs

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Ascendance Truck Centers is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not make any discrimination based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Our team is made up of individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives, who share a genuine commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and respect for each other.

Disclaimer:

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with this position. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, the company reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job to require that additional or different tasks be performed, or further education required with circumstance changes (such as growth, workload, changes in personnel, technological developments, etc.)

Other facts

Tech stack
Customer Service,Mechanical Aptitude,Communication,Problem Solving,Organization,Detail Orientation,Parts Identification,Sales,Documentation,Time Management,Technical Understanding,Inventory Management,Payment Processing,Conflict Resolution,Team Collaboration,Adaptability

About Ascendance Truck Centers

Ascendance Truck Centers is an emerging full service, authorized retailer of new and used commercial trucks with deep industry ties in the transportation sector. We are dedicated to offering our customers a premier, one-stop solution addressing any need, reducing downtime and keeping your trucks on the road.

As an industry leading dealer group, we offer an employee and customer-centric approach, taking pride in providing:

• A multitude of medium & heavy duty truck, tractor and trailer lines, for virtually any commercial application.
• New and pre-owned commercial truck sales for customers / fleets of any size.
• Tailored and flexible long-term and short-term lease options, maintenance and rental contracts reducing total cost of ownership.
• Financing, insurance, fleet protection products & services to maximize uptime.
• Service and collision centers for all maintenance & repair needs with factory trained & certified technicians.
• A wide selection of parts and accessories inventory, stocking the most critical aftermarket parts.

About Our Company:
Ascendance Truck Centers offers a premier network of truck center locations committed to building long-term customer relationships and, in turn, customer loyalty. With the highest quality products and services at competitive prices, we are devoted to driving excellence, value and solutions that exceed customer expectations. Our focus on safety and continuous employee improvement creates a culture that values reliability and supports our broader mission and initiatives.

For more information, please visit us at www.AscendanceTrucks.com and on Facebook.com/Ascendance-Truck-Centers.

Team size: 201-500 employees
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Industry: Truck Transportation

What you'll do

  • The Service Writer/Parts Counter Representative is responsible for managing service repairs, preparing work orders, and assisting with parts sales. This role involves communicating with customers and technicians to ensure efficient service and high customer satisfaction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Service Writer/Parts Counter Representative do at Ascendance Truck Centers?

As a Service Writer/Parts Counter Representative at Ascendance Truck Centers, you will: the Service Writer/Parts Counter Representative is responsible for managing service repairs, preparing work orders, and assisting with parts sales. This role involves communicating with customers and technicians to ensure efficient service and high customer satisfaction..

Why join Ascendance Truck Centers as a Service Writer/Parts Counter Representative?

Ascendance Truck Centers is a leading Truck Transportation company.

Is the Service Writer/Parts Counter Representative position at Ascendance Truck Centers remote?

The Service Writer/Parts Counter Representative position at Ascendance Truck Centers is based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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