Service Manager

Position Summary JOIN US! and earn a $2000 sign-on BONUS $1000 after 30 days $1000 after 90 days Pay Range: $23.69 - $35.54 Job Category Retail 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. Ensure high teammate retention. 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. Minimum Qualifications 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. Preferred Qualifications 2 year degree or equivalent. Benefits Medical, Dental and Vision – Starting day 1 for all 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. Employment Eligibility If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment. Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr