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Service Writer

A T C INC

CEDAR RAPIDS, IAFull-time$18–25/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$18–25/hr
Location
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

ATC, Inc. is hiring a full-time, first-shift Service Writer in Cedar Rapids. The role supports customers and shop operations by handling repair orders, communicating service updates, coordinating with technicians and parts staff, and helping manage appointments and workflow. The posting prefers relevant service or repair-shop experience and emphasizes customer service, organization, communication, and attention to detail.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Customer ServiceCommunicationListeningProblem SolvingOrganizationAttention to DetailComputer SkillsData EntryMultitaskingMechanical Knowledge

Qualifications

Service Writer or Related ExperienceValid Driver's License

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Service Writer - 1st Shift ATC, Inc. - Cedar Rapids, IA $18.00 - $25.00 per hour, based on experience | Full-time ATC, Inc. is looking for a dependable and customer-focused Service Writer to join our 1st shift team. This position is ideal for someone who is organized, communicates well, and can help keep customers, technicians, and service operations moving smoothly. The right candidate will have strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced repair shop environment. What You'll Do - Greet customers and assist with service needs - Write up repair orders and document customer concerns clearly - Communicate repair needs, estimates, approvals, and status updates to customers - Coordinate with technicians, parts staff, and service management - Schedule service appointments and help manage shop workflow - Review technician notes and help ensure repair orders are accurate - Prepare customer invoices and collect payment when needed - Answer phones, respond to inquiries, and provide professional customer support - Maintain accurate records and follow company service procedures - Help resolve customer concerns in a professional and timely manner What We're Looking For - Previous service writer, service advisor, customer service, automotive, diesel, truck, trailer, RV, or equipment experience preferred - Strong communication and listening skills - Excellent customer service and problem-solving ability - Strong organization and attention to detail - Basic computer and data-entry skills - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities - Mechanical knowledge or repair shop experience is a plus - Valid driver's license preferred - Dependable attendance and a professional attitude Schedule and Pay - 1st Shift position - Full-time employment - $18.00 - $25.00 per hour, based on experience - Stable daytime schedule Benefits and Growth ATC, Inc. offers steady work, competitive pay, and long-term career opportunities. This position can lead to growth within service advising, service management, parts, or other leadership roles. Benefits may include: - Health insurance - Dental insurance - Vision insurance - Life insurance - Paid time off - Employee discounts - 401(k) plan - Training and development support Why Join ATC? - Family-owned and operated business - Important customer-facing role with real impact - Stable 1st shift schedule - Team-oriented shop environment - Opportunity to grow within the company - Competitive pay based on experience Apply Today If you're organized, dependable, and enjoy helping customers while supporting a busy service team, we'd like to hear from you. Apply online or stop by ATC, Inc. in Cedar Rapids, IA.

How this job compares

Set against the 696 open Service Advisor jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$18–25/hr
  • US median$19–27/hr151 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $21.50/hr, is 7% below the US median midpoint ($23/hr) — in the middle half of Service Advisor hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 11 open Service Advisor jobs in Iowa and 696 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
Service Advisor postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (119 postings).
Education
2 of the 696 open Service Advisor jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 29, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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