Assistant Automotive Service Center Manager
At Blain’s Farm & Fleet we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to have a job they love, work in a great environment, grow their career & enjoy a positive balance. As a family‑owned retailer we take pride in offering a competitive benefit package designed to support you & your life. This commitment has helped us be named a Forbes Best Employer for seven consecutive years.
Benefits
- Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Ancillary Benefits, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, etc.
- All major holidays & birthday off
- Advanced Leadership Training Programs: build the skills to grow your career
- Associate discount on name brands like Carhartt, Under Armour, STIHL, Milwaukee Tool, DeWalt & much more
- Internal recognition programs that support an engaged workplace
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid ASE testing and certifications
Pay
Base pay up to $26.00 per hour, with a Saturday & Sunday weekend premium of $2.50 per hour. Compensation may vary based on experience, training, location, required travel, and market conditions. Salary estimates published on external job boards may not reflect the actual pay range for this position; refer to the official Blain’s Farm & Fleet position description for accurate information.
Responsibilities
- Resolving customer issues
- Providing technical assistance and training for service technicians and advisors
- Supervising Service Center associates
- Performing technician responsibilities as needed
- Demonstrating awareness and compliance with loss‑prevention and safety policies
Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license
- Great communication skills
- Prior automotive maintenance experience preferred
- Prior supervisory experience preferred
- Prior retail experience preferred
- Availability to work evenings when needed and at least every other weekend
- Ability to pass pre‑employment drug screening and background checks
- Ability to attain ASE certification in A4 (Steering & Suspension) and A5 (Brakes) within one year of hire
- Forklift certification or ability to obtain one
- Ability to read, speak, and communicate in English with customers and co‑workers
- Michigan stores only
- ASE A4 and A6 certifications required for Tech Level II; ASE A3, A4, A5, and A6 certifications required for Tech Level III (or equivalent Michigan certifications)