Automotive Service Manager

Automotive Service Manager - New Store OpeningExpress Oil Change & Tire Engineers is the pre-eminent automotive maintenance provider in the nation with over 350 locations across 21 states, leading our industry through excellence, innovation, and growth. Don't let our name fool you, in addition to our fast oil change bays, our locations can be your one-stop shop with certified technicians providing a variety of mechanical services, as well as tire services.The Automotive Service Manager, reporting to the Store Manager, will be responsible for setting the highest standards of excellence and personifying our core values to support operations in the service department of your store. This will involve creating a highly-motivated team environment, and working closely with the Service Team to improve their performance through hands-on presence in the store by efficiently developing and coaching team members, and executing store processes & procedures.Primary Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):Providing support in the store recruiting process by assisting the Store Manager on final employment decisionsSupervising technicians and service personnel, planning and scheduling their duties, assigning work, and following up on completion of assignmentsCoaching service department teammates on all operational issues of working the process within the ISI systems and service standardsWorking directly with customers in areas of sales, service, customer opportunities, adjustments, etc.Evaluating performance and productivity of all service department personnelManaging parts inventory and outside purchases, ensuring it complies with parts and Tire Purchase Program as well as updating and restocking all in-house parts when neededEnsuring store safety, including the use of and maintenance of safety equipmentEnsuring equipment/hardware layout and positioning within the service departmentSupervising shop area, equipment and teammates for compliance with company safety procedureCoaching personnel on enforcing wheel torqueing processEnsures that proper inspections are being conductedWe are looking for:Outstanding leadership and store management skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced work environmentHighly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to mentor others in a manner that ensures efficiencyExcellent verbal and written communicationAbility to develop professional relationships with customers and team membersMinimum of 2 years' experience in a Service Manager roleProven track record of exceeding business objectivesAbility to work efficiently both individually and as part of a teamSolid knowledge of basic OSHA laws and MSDS ComplianceAll of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Physical Requirements:Prolonged periods of standing, stooping, and bendingAt times, exerting 50 - 100 lbs of force occasionally and/or 10 - 25 lbs of force frequently and/or greater than 10 lbs of force constantly to move objectsRequires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materialsBy completing this application, you are agreeing that you are able to meet the physical requirements listed for this role.