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Automotive Retail, Tire & Auto Service

Service Manager - Automotive Experience Required

Athens, OHOnsiteFull TimeManager / Head$55,000–$85,000 /yrPosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

  • automotive service
  • automotive repair
  • management experience
  • leadership skills
  • multitasking
  • goal-oriented
  • driver's license
  • Saturday availability

Nice to have

  • certifications

Role summary

Tire Discounters, a large family-owned automotive service business, is seeking a Service Manager to lead a team of technicians. The role involves coaching, performance management, hiring assistance, and ensuring smooth shop operations, including bay management and workflow. The Service Manager will act as a liaison between staff and customers, ensuring quality service standards, safety, and customer satisfaction through professional recommendations and adherence to inspection/diagnostic procedures. This position requires automotive service experience, strong leadership, communication, and multitasking abilities, along with a valid driver's license and physical capability to perform job duties.

Join the Tire Discounters Family -- Drive Your Career Forward!

About Us:

Tire Discounters, the nation's largest family-owned and operated tire & service business, was founded almost 50 years ago. We are dedicated to providing exceptional automotive service with a focus on transparency and care for our nearly 2,300 team members. We offer diverse career paths, industry-leading training, and a commitment to our core values.

As a family-owned tire and automotive service retailer, our mission is to prioritize people and safety above all else. We are dedicated to delivering a "WOW" experience to our customers and team members, with a commitment to always do the right thing while challenging the status quo.

Your Role as a Service Manager:

As a Service Manager, you'll lead and support a team of Service and Tire Technicians to deliver high-quality service and ensure customer satisfaction at your store.

What You'll Do:

  • Coach, mentor, and train shop employees, manage performance, and assist the General Manager with hiring.
  • Responsible for the smooth operation of the shop, which includes bay management and workflow of the location.
  • Serves as a liaison providing clear communication between the shop, counter staff and customers.
  • Ensure all inspection and diagnostic procedures are followed while providing the customer with professional, timely recommendations.
  • Promote safety while ensuring quality and service standards by leading a team to deliver outstanding customer service.
Qualifications

Requirements

  • Experience in automotive service/repair (certifications preferred).
  • Management experience with strong leadership skills.
  • Excellent communication and multitasking abilities.
  • Strong work ethic and goal-oriented mindset.
  • Valid driver's license and availability to work Saturdays.
  • Ability to stand for long periods, bend, and lift up to 75 lbs.
  • Authorized to work in the USA (18+).
  • Comfortable with occasional mechanical hazards and outdoor conditions.

Career Path
Service Manager → General Manager → Regional Manager

Compensation

Pay: $55,000 - $85,000+ annually

Service Managers are paid a weekly hourly rate, and earn monthly individual spiffs as well as participating in the monthly store bonus.

Why Tire Discounters?

  • Growth Opportunities: well defined paths for career advancement. Many leaders within our family cut their teeth in the store.
  • Skill Development: Paid company training at all levels, led by master certified trainers and experienced leaders. We offer a company tool program as well!
  • Competitive Pay & Benefits: Solid compensation plan and a full suite of benefits to choose from.
  • Supportive Team: You'll roll with the best team in the business. Since day one, we've been family-owned and operated, and that shows!
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