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Auto Restoration Shop Manager

Zepeda 805 Impalas

Job Description

Job Description

AUTO RESTORATION SHOP MANAGER

Location: Santa Maria, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Salary DOE (Depending on Experience)

Join One of the Nation's Premier Classic Chevrolet Restoration Shops

MJ Classics LLC dba Zepeda 805 Impalas is seeking an experienced Auto Restoration Shop Manager to lead our growing restoration team in Santa Maria, California.

We specialize in the restoration and sale of iconic Chevrolet classics, with a focus on 1958-1967 Impalas and 1954-1957 Bel Airs. Our vehicles are sold nationwide and showcased to tens of thousands of enthusiasts through our highly engaged social media presence. We don't just repair cars—we bring automotive history back to life.

If you're passionate about classic vehicles, thrive in a leadership role, and take pride in producing show-quality work, this is an opportunity to be part of something special.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of our restoration and auto body shop
• Supervise, mentor, and motivate technicians, mechanics, and auto body specialists
• Assign and oversee restoration projects from start to finish
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex issues on classic vehicles
• Ensure projects remain on schedule, within budget, and meet our quality standards
• Coordinate vehicle transport, deliveries, and pickups
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive shop environment
• Perform final quality-control inspections before vehicles are presented to customers
• Collaborate closely with ownership to help grow and improve shop operations

What We're Looking For:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• Previous experience managing an automotive restoration, collision, or mechanical shop
• Extensive hands-on experience with classic vehicles, especially Chevrolet models
• Strong knowledge of automotive technology, mechanics, fabrication, and restoration
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to hold team members accountable while maintaining a positive culture
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to exceptional craftsmanship
• Reliable, self-motivated, and solution-oriented


Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with frame-off restorations
• Experience with custom fabrication and metal work
• Passion for classic Chevy culture and restoration
• Familiarity with social media content and vehicle presentation

Why Join Zepeda 805 Impalas?

• Work on rare and high-value classic Chevrolets
• Lead a talented team of restoration professionals
• Opportunity for career growth as our business continues to expand
• Your work will be showcased to enthusiasts and collectors nationwide
• Be part of preserving American automotive history
• Family-oriented company culture with passionate ownership and a strong reputation in the classic car industry

This is more than a management position—it's an opportunity to help build some of the finest classic cars in the country.

If you're ready to lead a team, take ownership of projects, and play a key role in restoring iconic American classics, we'd love to hear from you.

Company Description

Join One of the Nation's Premier Classic Chevrolet Restoration Shops

MJ Classics LLC dba Zepeda 805 Impalas is seeking an experienced Auto Restoration Shop Manager to lead our growing restoration team in Santa Maria, California.

We specialize in the restoration and sale of iconic Chevrolet classics, with a focus on 1958-1967 Impalas and 1954-1957 Bel Airs. Our vehicles are sold nationwide and showcased to tens of thousands of enthusiasts through our highly engaged social media presence. We don't just repair cars—we bring automotive history back to life.

Company Description

Join One of the Nation's Premier Classic Chevrolet Restoration Shops\n\nMJ Classics LLC dba Zepeda 805 Impalas is seeking an experienced Auto Restoration Shop Manager to lead our growing restoration team in Santa Maria, California.\n\nWe specialize in the restoration and sale of iconic Chevrolet classics, with a focus on 1958-1967 Impalas and 1954-1957 Bel Airs. Our vehicles are sold nationwide and showcased to tens of thousands of enthusiasts through our highly engaged social media presence. We don't just repair cars—we bring automotive history back to life.

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