Automotive Shop Foreman NOVA | Salary + Bonus

Virginia Tire & Auto•Ashburn, VA

18h

About The Position

The Automotive Shop Foreman leads the production department and is responsible for the back-of-house, optimizing workflow, bay and employee efficiency, and training production employees. This is a hands-on management role, with most time spent in the back of the house working under the hood. The Foreman applies comprehensive knowledge of Virginia Tire & Auto’s business and automotive systems, leads by example, motivates and develops employees, solves problems, and uses data to improve store performance and customer and employee experiences. The role includes training technicians in the company’s oil-change process and other services, providing guidance and mentorship to develop technical skills, and performing repairs ranging from oil changes to engine replacements. The Foreman completes repairs efficiently and in accordance with shop, state, and factory standards; reviews reports and uses available tools to identify opportunities and improve sales and profitability; selects and onboards team members; communicates store goals and company information; and maintains the repair facility with pride and care. Virginia Tire & Auto describes an employee-first culture focused on training, career growth, and supporting employees. The company has more than 300 employees and promotes a smoke-free, drug-free environment. The role is in a busy shop with predictable schedules, a clean professional work environment, and state-of-the-art equipment and scan tools.

Requirements

At least 4 years of retail management experience, preferably in the automotive industry.
Strong knowledge of vehicle systems.
Ability to perform diagnostics and repairs.
Ability to lead and manage in a fast-paced, multitasking retail environment with a positive attitude.
Strong customer-service, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Problem-solving ability and analytical skills.
Professional personal appearance.
Proficiency in MS Office and ability to learn internal software applications.
Valid driver’s license, which must be maintained.

Nice To Haves

ASE A1–A8 and L1 certifications (preferred but not required).
Safety Inspector License (preferred but not required).
Emissions Inspector License (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

Lead the production department to maximize store production and provide customers with an excellent in-store experience.
Work hands-on in the back of the house, including performing under-the-hood work.
Train general service technicians in the company’s oil-change process and other services, including tires, oil changes, and scheduled-maintenance checks.
Provide hands-on guidance, training, and mentorship to develop the production team’s technical skills, from brake work to complex diagnostics.
Review reports and use available information tools to identify issues and opportunities, then execute solutions to improve sales and profitability.
Perform repairs ranging from oil changes to engine replacements.
Complete repair orders efficiently and in accordance with shop, state, and factory standards.
Select and onboard effective team members.
Develop employee talent and support career growth.
Communicate store goals, sales programs, and company communications to employees.
Maintain automotive repair facilities with pride and care.

Benefits

Low-cost health insurance.
Three weeks of vacation, with accrual beginning on day one.
Paid holidays.
Bonus for training and developing successful technicians.
Comped toolbox move.
Tire and auto repair discounts.
Gym membership reimbursement.
Affordable dental and vision insurance.
Life and short-term disability insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Predictable schedules.
Clean, professional work environment with state-of-the-art equipment and scan tools.
Company culture designed to support career growth.
Extensive training and opportunities for growth.