Automotive Service Manager

AAMCO Transmissions and Total Car Care • Lexington Park, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

AAMCO Lexington Park is seeking an experienced Lead Service Manager / Shop Manager to take ownership of the front counter and drive shop performance. This role is ideal for a confident, decisive service professional who is comfortable selling major repairs, making pricing decisions, and leading daily operations. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on sales execution, decision-making, and workflow control. You will not be turning wrenches, but you must be comfortable owning repair recommendations and closing high-dollar jobs.

Requirements

• 5+ years experience as a Lead Service Advisor, Service Manager, or Shop Manager
• Proven ability to sell high-dollar repairs ($4,000+ tickets)
• Strong decision-making skills and comfort owning recommendations
• Confident communicator who can explain repairs and pricing clearly
• Experience working with vendors and sourcing parts
• Sales-driven mindset with accountability for results
• Comfortable using basic computer tools such as email and simple tracking sheets to follow shop processes (training provided)

Nice To Haves

• Automotive or transmission experience preferred, not required

Responsibilities

• Lead front counter operations and customer communication
• Sell and close major repairs, including transmission rebuilds and replacements
• Decide repair strategy (rebuild vs reman) in coordination with technicians
• Source parts and pricing by contacting vendors and suppliers
• Write and manage repair orders from estimate through payment
• Communicate clearly with technicians to keep work moving
• Handle customer objections and close with confidence
• Oversee daily workflow and support overall shop performance
• Train and support service advisors as needed

Benefits

• Competitive hourly base plus commission on cash collected
• Performance bonuses tied to weekly results
• Compensation structured to reward strong sales performance and leadership

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees