About the Role
The Receptionist at Mercedes-Benz of Austin is the first impression of the dealership, serving as the face and voice of the store. This role offers significant growth potential within the company. The ideal candidate will be a smiling, multi-tasking individual who can handle customer interactions both in person and over the phone, while also maintaining a positive attitude and serving the complimentary coffee bar. Adaptability to changing duties and pace is essential, with customer satisfaction being the top priority.
Responsibilities
- Answering and directing incoming phone calls for sales and service overflow
- Handling and de-escalating guest concerns
- Assisting customers with questions and directing them to the appropriate person or department
- Providing basic information
- Making and serving beverages and snacks at the complimentary coffee bar
- Greeting customers with a smile
- Engaging in continuous training to develop product knowledge
- Contacting customers regarding registration sticker pickup or mailing
- Assigning key fobs and printing stickers
- Organizing the book room as needed
- Collaborating with the titles department on registration stickers
- Performing additional duties as assigned
Requirements
- Must have held a valid driver's license for at least 1 year
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Experience with business software (Email clients, Microsoft Office, Gmail for businesses)
- Moderate understanding of utilizing multiple browsers and systems
- Must be able to type at 45+ WPM
- Polished, professional, and positive phone and email communication skills
- Experience in an environment of moderate pressure
- Capable of making conscientious decisions
- Prior experience at a dealership or within the automotive retail or service industry is a plus
- Fluency in English required (bilingual in Spanish is a plus)
- Prior relevant hands-on experience with CRM software, sales, or phone systems is a bonus
Skills
- Multi-tasking
- Team player
- Adaptability
- Customer service
- Organization
- Professional communication
- Decision making
Location
- Austin, TX
Work Type
- Full Time
- 40 hours per week
Experience Level
- 1+ year driver's license
- Prior relevant experience is a plus
Salary/Compensations
- $20 an hour
Benefits
- Employer Paid Dental Insurance
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Employer Paid Medical Insurance
- Employer Paid Health Savings Account Contribution
- Employer Paid Wellness Clinic
- Employer Paid Flu Vaccinations
- Employer Percentage Matching for 401k
- Employer Paid Parental Leave
- Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program
- 5 Paid Bereavement Leave Days/Year
- 5 Paid Time Off Vacation Days/Year (60 days - 1 year)
- 14 Paid Time Off Vacation Days/Year (1 year - 3 years)
- 19 Paid Time Off Vacation Days/Year (3 - 7 years)
- 24 Paid Time Off Vacation Days/Year (7+ years)
- Annual Christmas Bonus Based on Tenure
- Annual Technician Flag Hour Bonuses
- Annual Christmas Party
- Annual Employee Appreciation Dinner
- Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
- Employee Discounts on Collision Repair, Parts, and Service
- Bi-Weekly Pay Periods, Paid on Fridays
- Holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Years
- Employer Paid Lunches Every Saturday
- Employer Paid Lunches/Dinners - Special Occasions
- Access to In-House Insurance Agency
- Access to In-House Marketing Agency
- Voluntary Life Term and Whole Insurance
- Voluntary AFLAC Supplemental Coverages
- Voluntary Vision plan
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Shield
- $200 Donation to Charity of Your Choice with Approval
About the Company
- Locally-owned, family-operated company with locations in North/Central Austin.
- Employee satisfaction is central to our philosophy, exemplified by impressive tenure, an encouraging, flexible, supportive work environment, and an extensive employee benefits package.
- We strive to take excellent care of our employees, so that they will strive to take excellent care of our clients!
Equal Opportunity
- CAG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
- We are committed to building a diverse, equal, and inclusive workplace and our recruiting process reflects this commitment.
- As a forward-thinking, adaptive, and supportive company, we seek others who care about providing a transformational environment where everyone has a voice and opportunities to succeed.
- The Continental Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace.
- CAG is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 220-0988.
