Automotive Shop Foreman / Lead Technician Weekends Off Simpsonville
Location: 1216 W. Georgia Rd., Simpsonville, SC 29680
About the Role
The Shop Foreman / Lead Technician is responsible for diagnostic excellence, managing shop workflow efficiency, and assisting technicians to maximize their weekly performance. This position works closely with the Service Manager to oversee the quality of work on customer vehicles, maximize shop efficiency, and is bonused on shop hours generated. We seek a seasoned leader who is energetic, upbeat, and a master of their craft for all makes and models. Our culture values a positive attitude and the ability to elevate team performance. Ideal candidates will proactively seek solutions to tough problems with a strong passion for doing what's right for our customers.
Responsibilities
- Work with the Service Manager to distribute work to technicians.
- Manage and oversee individual technician workloads and overall workflow in the service area.
- Oversee technician team progress through internal training requirements and coach technicians to prepare for ASE and internal Christian Brothers certifications.
- Train and mentor new technicians; sign off on technician skills.
- Conduct or oversee all diagnostics for vehicles coming through the shop; assist other technicians with diagnostics and repairs when necessary (e.g., misdiagnosis, employee development).
- Conduct quarterly technician performance touchpoints to establish and monitor career goals and employee performance.
- Manage technician team-building opportunities.
- Educate the technician team to uphold brand and quality standards, troubleshooting customer concerns quickly and effectively.
- Manage and maintain shop supplies and equipment; monitor bulk fluid levels.
- Monitor shop efficiency through technician hours reports and ticket audit process.
- Manage scan tool subscriptions.
- Distribute shop housekeeping tasks among all technicians, promoting high standards of safety, cleanliness, and organization.
- Manage and oversee technician work schedules.
- Enforce safety regulations and protocols.
- Work closely with the service department to communicate customer concerns and assist with complaint resolution.
Requirements
- Positive attitude and a desire to serve customers.
- ASE certifications highly preferred.
- 7+ years of experience as an automotive Lead Technician.
- Excellent automotive diagnostic skills.
- A strong investment in tools.
- Ability to flag 30+ hours per week and meet workflow time management demands.
- Capable of diagnosing and repairing all makes and models of vehicles.
- Meet or exceed hourly goals.
- Aptitude for learning additional skills and processes.
- Professional appearance and strong communication skills.
- Desire for long-term career development.
Physical Requirements
- Occasionally lift and/or move over 50 pounds.
- Work with tools on vehicles lifted above their head.
- Work in tight spaces as dictated by the vehicle's needed repair.
- Dexterity to efficiently use hand tools.
- Walk and stand for the majority of the workday.
- Drive manual transmission vehicles.
- Efficiently navigate a computer.
About the Company
Christian Brothers Automotive (CBA) began in 1982 with the simple premise of providing precision auto repair with transparency, integrity, and a philosophy of people first. All 270+ CBA locations offer modern facilities equipped with manufacturer-level diagnostic equipment and the latest factory scan tools. Technicians receive a consistent workload, free training, full-time live technician support, and access to a private Technician Assistance Center.