Service Writer

Description About the Position The Service Writer is a key member of the Washington Power Systems Service Department, providing administrative and customer support throughout the service process—from opening work orders to final invoicing and customer documentation. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and enjoys coordinating multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. You'll work closely with customers, technicians, supervisors, and other departments to ensure service work is documented accurately, completed efficiently, and billed on time. About this Position: This position is based full-time in Tukwila, WA Our Service Writer position is responsible for managing the administrative areas of our team and is an important role within our Washington operations. It is the Service Writer’s job to manage many work orders in all parts. Service Writer’s create work orders using data given by customer or supervisor. They approve technician’s service notes, attach reports and inspection results, approve and reject timecards, have the ability to follow a contract and quote by dollar amount and verbiage, handle computer-made invoicing, email all supporting documents to the customer, and occasionally schedule technicians. Attention to detail with accuracy is essential for this role. Creating and keeping customer relationships using positive and professional communication is necessary. Qualifications & Experience Needed: Two or moreyears of administrative, customer service, servicecoordination, logistics, or related experiencepreferred. Experience in aservice department, equipmentdealership, automotive,heavy equipment, industrial, or field serviceenvironment is helpfulbut not required. Basic mechanical aptitudeor willingness tolearn equipment andmaintenance concepts. Strong communication, organization, and attentionto detail. Ability to managemultiple priorities whilemaintaining accuracy. Self-motivated withstrong follow-throughand sound judgment. Bilingual English/Spanishis a plus. Essential Computer Skills: Repetitive typing tasks, copy+paste, Folders: Saving, Filing, Renaming, opening & closing documents, Edit a PDF, Create a Word doc, Excel Sheet, & use Outlook, work off of 2 monitors, ability to learn new programs and CAT specific software Success in This Role: Successful Service Writers: Produce accurate workorders and maintainorganized records. Communicate effectivelywith customers andtechnicians. Identifyand resolve missinginformation before itimpacts billing. Help reduce delaysbetween service completionand invoicing. Adaptto changing prioritieswhile maintaining excellentcustomer service. Physical Requirements: Ability to communicateeffectively in person, by phone, andthrough email. Ability to usecomputersand standard officeequipment throughout theworkday. Ability to sit, stand, and walkas needed duringan eight-hourshift. Ability to workin a fast-paced, deadline-drivenenvironment. Ability to occasionallylift up to40 pounds andtravel locallyfor business needs. Employee Benefits: We offer a competitive benefits package that includes salary from $ 28.40 to $34.75 per hour. Retirement: 401k w/ Company Match and Profit Sharing Vision Insurance: VSP Vision Insurance Insurance: Company Paid Life, AD&D & Disability Insurance Guidance Resources: Employee Assistance Program Rewards: Quarterly Employee Recognition Cash Program Financial Access: Credit Union Membership is available Growth/Stability: Career Growth Opportunities within a 4 th Generation Family owned Company for over 96 years Tenure Seniority Bonus, starting at 5+ years Talent Referral Program: Employee Referral Bonus Harnish Group Inc. is the Caterpillar Dealer in Central and Western Washington, Central and Eastern Montana, Northwestern Wyoming, Northwestern North Dakota and the state of Alaska. Our Member Companies are N C Machinery, N C The Cat Rental Store, N C Power Systems, Tractor & Equipment Co., T & E The Cat Rental Store, T&E Power Systems, SITECH Northwest Inc., representing Caterpillar and other manufacturers. A family owned and managed company since 1929 with over 1200 employees, our Mission is to help our customers succeed by providing premier business solutions delivered by engaged employees through teamwork and excellence. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ultipro