Shop Tower Operator
The Shop Tower Operator is responsible for controlling the workflow in the shop from work orders written by the Service Advisors. The Shop Tower Operator will schedule service vehicles in accordance with customer specifications and technician skill levels. The Shop Tower Operator will also be expected to relay work orders, messages, and information to or from the technicians and other service employees. The Shop Tower Operator will be required to determine technician workloads and juggle multiple deadlines to ensure consistent shop production.
Skills
- Able to clearly articulate ideas
- Able to work under pressure
- Easily able to problem solve
- Effective interacting with others
- Good at multi-tasking
- Resourceful
Personality Traits
- Down to earth
- Extroverted
- Focused, with good attention to detail
- Fond of helping others
- Organized
- Patient with others
Salary Range
Career Roadmap
Previous Automotive Experience (entry-level)
Service Advisor
Automotive Service technician
Keys to Success
- Previous experience in the automotive industry
- Technical training and High school diploma or equivalent
- Solid computer, grammar and multi-tasking skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Time management and decision-making skills
Job Training
A Shop Tower Operator requires some technical training and previous experience in the automotive industry. Training for this position is often provided on-the-job by the Service Manager or other dealership staff.
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