Service Writer Associate

Boatswain’s Locker is a family-owned and industry-leading marine engine sales and service company. Since 1939, we have supplied and supported premier marine products to boat builders, dealers, and end-users of recreational, commercial, and government boats throughout Western North America, Hawaii, and Mexico. We are rapidly growing our business and building our future Team, a Team guided by our Core Values of reliability, ethics, excellence, teamwork, and hard work. If you are a like-minded go-getter with a record of success in sales and customer service, we welcome you to join our Team!

Service Writer Associate. In this role you will report directly to the Service Manager

Compensation: Range of compensation: $25 - $28 per hour depending on experience and skills.

Benefits: Full menu of Benefits, from Health Care to Profit Sharing

Location: Costa Mesa, California

Major Duties and Responsibilities: To continue our tradition of excellence, you will join your team in performing the following tasks…

• Provide excellent customer service from initial customer contact through to the release of vessel, and perform any additional follow-up
• Listen carefully to customer concerns, repair requests, and service needs, then relay accurate information to technicians to develop the appropriate repair plan
• Review recommended repairs with customers and provide estimates and pricing information
• Communicate with the Parts Department and technicians to ensure required parts and materials are available for scheduled repairs
• Provide timely updates to customers throughout the repair process and upon completion of work
• Answer customer questions regarding services performed, repair recommendations, and pricing
• Maintain organized customer service and warranty records to ensure accurate documentation and compliance with company and manufacturer requirements
• Schedule appointments over the phone

• Assist with manufacturer warranty administration by reviewing documentation and submitting warranty claims accurately and within required timelines
• Process manufacturer warranty claims and product registrations for designated product lines, communicating with manufacturers, technicians, customers, and dealers to obtain required information and ensure timely completion
• Assist customers and dealers with product registrations, warranty inquiries, and manufacturer support for engines, transmissions, and related equipment
• Follow up on outstanding warranty claims, claim corrections, manufacturer requests, and additional documentation as needed
• Perform other service, administrative, and customer support duties as assigned

Minimum Required Skills and Competencies:

The ideal candidate will have the following experience:

• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office and other software systems
• Ability to manage priorities, workflow and acute attention to detail
• Ability to communicate in English (verbal and written)
• Understanding of marine mechanics and the ability to identify appropriate repairs
• Ability to break down complicated vessel/marine topics for customer understanding
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, and lift-up to 25 pounds
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and accept constructive feedback
• Ability to multitask, work in high-stress settings and work closely with others to achieve excellent customer experience
• Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills

Benefits

Full menu of Benefits, from Health Care to Paid Time Off to Profit Sharing

Recruiter / Agency Notice
Please do not contact company owners, managers, or employees regarding this opening. Any unsolicited resumes submitted without a signed agreement will be considered the property of Boatswain's Locker, and no placement fee will be paid.

More Information: Contact HR via Email:agaspar@boatswainslocker.com

Boatswain’s Locker provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment.

Disclaimer: The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and for this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.