Manager in Training

Description

Lead from the front: open/close, set the daily game plan, keep the shop safe, clean, and efficient
Own the guest experience: greet, advise, build estimates, explain work clearly, close sales with confidence
Be the bridge between techs and customers; translate inspections into trusted recommendations
Develop the team: coach advisors and techs, reinforce process, celebrate wins, address gaps
Run the business: inventory & ordering, cash handling/POS, scheduling, KPI tracking, compliance (OSHA/EHS)

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front: open/close, set the daily game plan, keep the shop safe, clean, and efficient
• Own the guest experience: greet, advise, build estimates, explain work clearly, close sales with confidence
• Be the bridge between techs and customers; translate inspections into trusted recommendations
• Develop the team: coach advisors and techs, reinforce process, celebrate wins, address gaps
• Run the business: inventory & ordering, cash handling/POS, scheduling, KPI tracking, compliance (OSHA/EHS)
• Cover the deck when the Store Manager is out; model elite standards on every shift

Requirements

• At least 1–3 years of experience in automotive service management or retail repair leadership
• Strong background in service sales (tires, brakes, maintenance, or mechanical)
• Proven ability to lead a team in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s license + ability to lift 70 lbs (jumping in when needed is part of the job)
• A self-starter who thrives on results, accountability, and growth
• Open availability, including weekends, to lead and support the team during peak business times

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license + ability to lift 70 lbs (jumping in when needed is part of the job)

Skills

• Service Sales
• Team Leadership
• Customer Service
• Inventory Management
• Financial Management
• Problem Solving

Benefits

• Paid vacation and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurances
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee discounts, referral bonuses and ASE reimbursement
• Genuine career growth — with progression into Store Management or Multi-Unit leader, evidenced by hundreds of team member promotions

Pay

Competitive hourly rate + commission and overtime opportunities

Schedule

Open availability, including weekends, to lead and support the team during peak business times