Service Manager

Job Category Retail Position Summary 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. Pay Range: $24.72 - $37.08 Bridgestone is committed to fair and lawful compensation practices. All employees receive pay that meets or exceeds the applicable minimum wage requirements. 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. Ability to solve customer complaints and manage inventory, scheduling, equipment maintenance, etc. Capacity to lead and coach others. Strong 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 a valid automotive driver’s license at all times for test‑driving customer vehicles. Preferred Qualifications Two‑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. Employee Values and Development Professional Development: Resources to help grow your career. Community Involvement: Working with local communities and giving back. Integrity & Teamwork: Doing things right, together. Equal Employment Opportunity Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all individuals for employment 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 law. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bridgestone Americas, Inc.