Full-Time Service Writer (Service Advisor / Billing Clerk)
Transport Refrigeration, Inc. – Thermo King Dealer, Madison, WI | Full-Time
Become the Nerve Center of a Fast-Moving Service Team. Transport Refrigeration, Inc. (TRI) is hiring a Service Writer at our high-volume Madison location—a mission-critical support hub for refrigerated transport fleets across Wisconsin.
Also known as a Service Advisor or Billing Clerk, this full-time role supports the entire job lifecycle : from welcoming the customer to closing the repair order. You'll manage service documentation, coordinate scheduling, and collaborate daily with technicians, parts clerks, and the sales team to keep equipment moving and customers informed.
This is a frontline role in a fast-paced environment, ideal for someone who thrives under pressure, takes ownership, and isn’t afraid to lead from the service counter.
What You’ll Do
- Greet and triage walk-ins, scheduled service, and urgent requests
- Open and manage active repair orders (ROs) in a time-sensitive, high-volume shop
- Validate PO numbers, warranty eligibility, and payment methods pre-dispatch
- Assign technician jobs and actively monitor job progress and accuracy
- Partner with the Parts Department to ensure parts availability and correct usage
- Collaborate with the Sales Team to align expectations and customer communication
- Track technician labor, validate job documentation, and ensure error-free invoicing
- Process COD payments and manage serialized part registration
- Answer inbound service calls and provide clear, professional assistance
- Assist in weekly payroll support and occasional cross-department needs
Requirements
1+ year of experience as a Service Writer, Service Advisor, or Billing Clerk (dealership or fleet service preferred)Strong multitasking and cross-functional coordination skillsClear verbal and written communication, especially under time pressureComfortable using Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and WordHigh school diploma or equivalentValid driver's licenseWillingness to travel occasionally for training or cross-location supportFamiliarity with service order or dealership management software (preferred, not required)Why You’ll Succeed at TRI
We’re a Thermo King Dealer And 24 / 365 Service Organization. That Means Urgency Isn’t Optional—it’s Expected. At TRI, You’ll Thrive If You
Stay calm when things move fastCollaborate across departments without silosSweat the details so techs can execute and customers stay informedKnow how to keep jobs moving, not just loggedWant to be part of something bigger than “just another shop”Pay & Benefits
Competitive payMedical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance401(k) with company matchPaid holidays and PTOPaid onboarding, hands-on training, and clear promotion pathsAbout TRI
Transport Refrigeration, Inc. specializes in temperature control systems for heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and off-highway fleets. We support fleets in food distribution, pharmaceuticals, mining, construction, and more.
What makes us different?
Responsive - We will be responsive to both internal and external customers.Dedicated - In order to service our customers, we have a dedicated crew of professionals willing to do what it takes to keep equipment running.Empathetic - We are empathetic to both internal and external customers.Creative - We are known to find creative ways to take care of customers.Ethical - Our reputation is the most important thing we have.Transport Refrigeration, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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