Job Description

Job Title: Service Writer - Heavy Equipment

Location: Farmingdale, NY

Pay: $60,000 to $75,000 per year

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM (No weekends)

About Us: We are a premier, family owned heavy equipment distribution company operating on Long Island for over 60 years. We pride ourselves on a culture of hard work, respect, and long term stability. We offer a tight knit environment where your contributions directly impact the success of the business.

The Role: We are hiring a full time Service Writer to act as the critical link between our shop floor and our customers. You will work closely with our veteran Shop Foreman to translate mechanical diagnostics into detailed, accurate customer estimates and invoices.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary liaison between customers and service technicians.
• Prepare detailed service estimates based on the Foreman's assessments.
• Manage sales orders from drop off to customer pick up.
• Translate physical shop notes into accurate digital invoices using QuickBooks.
• Follow up with customers regarding vehicle status and completion timelines.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a service writer within an equipment or automotive dealership.
• Strong computer proficiency, specifically with QuickBooks.
• Exceptional communication skills and patience when extracting diagnostic details from shop staff.
• Must live within a reasonable daily commuting distance to Farmingdale.
• Must pass a comprehensive background check.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance available after 60 days (dental, vision, and life insurance additions upcoming).
• 401(k) with safe harbor company match.
• Employee Profit Sharing Plan.
• Paid Time Off including 2 weeks of vacation, 12 paid holidays, and 5 sick days.
• Highly stable daytime schedule.

You should be proficient in:

• Service Advisor/Writer
• Equipment/Parts Counter Sales
• Service
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Inventory Management & Control
• Excellent Communication Skills