Manager in Training (MIT) - Leadership Development Program

$150k

Stress-Free Auto Care Ignition Program

Sacramento, CA

Job Description

Location: Various

Program Type: Full-time, multi-year leadership track

Career Path: MIT → Assistant GM → General Manager → Senior GM → District Manager

Compensation & Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, 401(k) with 4% company match, and full benefits.

About the Program

The Manager in Training (MIT) program is a fast-paced pathway designed to develop high-potential leaders into multi-location operators and regional executives. You'll learn how to run a modern, tech-forward auto repair shop, lead teams, manage financial performance, and drive operational excellence. High performers can progress quickly into senior roles with significant earning potential.

Career Path Overview

Manager in Training → Assistant General Manager (Year 1)
- Learn core shop operations, leadership fundamentals, scheduling, workflow management, customer experience, and sales execution. Successful MITs advance into the Assistant GM role.

Assistant GM → General Manager (Year 2)
- Begin taking ownership of operations. As a General Manager, you'll lead a full shop, own P&L performance, manage teams, and drive revenue growth.
- Top GMs earn $150,000+ annually.
- Benefit milestone: Earn an additional $25,000 student loan forgiveness at the end of Year 2.

General Manager → Senior GM (Years 3–4)
- Lead multiple locations, coach Assistant GMs, mentor MITs, and support new shop launches. Operate like an entrepreneur across several high-performing shops.

Senior GM → District Manager (Year 5+)
- Oversee a district of 6+ shops, manage General Managers, build regional strategy, scale teams, and partner directly with the Head of Operations.
- Top District Managers earn $300,000+ annually.

Key Responsibilities

Learn and execute all aspects of modern auto repair shop operations
Lead teams of technicians and service advisors
Manage scheduling, staffing, and daily workflow
Deliver world-class customer experience at scale
Drive sales performance and meet operational KPIs
Support hiring, training, and ongoing talent development
Transition into full P&L ownership as you advance
Improve shop efficiency through data-driven decision making
Lead multiple locations as you progress through the career path

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree required (Business, Operations, Management, Engineering, or related field preferred)
0–3 years of professional experience (leadership, customer service, operations, sales, or internship experience a plus)
Strong leadership potential and desire for rapid career advancement
Excellent communication skills and customer-service orientation
High level of adaptability; comfortable in fast-paced, hands-on environments
Analytical thinker with the ability to learn financial and operational metrics
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a bias toward action
Willingness to relocate for advancement (preferred but not required)

Why Join Stress-Free

Structured leadership development with rapid promotion opportunities
Significant earning potential at each stage of the career path
Hands-on operations experience from day one
A people-first culture focused on coaching, growth, and operational excellence

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