Service Manager
Bridgestone Americas · Summerville, SC · 1 wk ago
Management$19.57–$29.36/hrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Assign and schedule work duties to auto service staff according to individual skill level.
- Serve all automotive service needs of customers.
- Oversee the hiring and training of an effective auto service team.
- Maintain compliance with quality standards.
- Ensure exceptional customer satisfaction and retention by effectively managing all aspects of customer interactions, including proactive communication, issue resolution, and follow-up.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries, feedback, and concerns, utilizing strong interpersonal skills and automotive expertise to foster long-term relationships and loyalty.
- Develop understanding of business operations in the automotive service environment from proficient management of paperwork and customer interactions to financial transactions and adherence to company policies and standards.
- Use this expertise to enhance efficiency and ensure seamless store operations.
- Drive sales through proactive customer interactions, thorough vehicle inspections, and facilitation of communication between the back and front of the shop.
- Provide valuable insights to the front of the shop to facilitate product and service sales, optimizing revenue generation.
Requirements
- A High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 4 years of auto service technical experience.
- 1 year of service manager or service writer experience.
- Problem solving - customer complaints.
- Aptitude to manage inventory, scheduling, equipment maintenance, etc.
- Capacity to lead and coach others.
- Teammate and customer/communication skills.
- Ability to recruit and select technicians successfully according to store requirements.
- Willingness to continue education and remain current in automotive repair issues.
- Must have valid automotive driver's license at all times in order to test drive customer's vehicles.
Qualifications
- 2 year degree or equivalent.
Skills
Profound knowledge of automotive repair techniques.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong problem-solving abilities.
Effective leadership and coaching skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting day 1 for all our teammates.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications.
- Flexible work schedule.
- 401(k) match.
- On demand pay (daily pay) program available.
Pay
$19.57 - $29.36
Schedule
Flexible work schedule.
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Our Values
- Professional Development: No matter where you’re at in your career, we’ve got the resources to help you level up.
- Community Involvement: We pride ourselves on working with our local communities and giving back where we can.
- Integrity & Teamwork: Part of what makes our teams different is our drive to do things right, always, together.
- We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they bring their whole self to work.
- We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses.
- We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve.
- So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.
What We Offer
- A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
- The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
- Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
- A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
- Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
- A diverse and inclusive team.
About the Role
Combining your in-depth automotive repair knowledge with your exceptional people skills, you'll manage customer relationships and frequently serve as a liaison between technicians and customers. You'll also select, coach, lead, train and supervise vehicle technicians while assisting with the purchase of parts, materials and equipment.