Service Manager - Rockland, ME

VIP Tires & Service • Rockland, ME

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Service Manager must be an inspirational leader who lives VIP’s mission to EARN AUTOMOTIVE CUSTOMERS FOR LIFE by setting expectations such that VIP team members deliver an exceptional experience for every customer. They will fulfill VIP’s vision where all VIP Professionals love their jobs because they are appreciated, well-prepared, enjoy serving others, and find personal success as a member of the VIP family. The Service Manager will create a working environment aligned with VIP’s team culture that attracts and recognizes high-performing, career-minded people, encourages engagement from everyone, and fosters personal growth. They will maintain a safe workplace and ensure compliance with all policies and federal, state and local regulations.

Requirements

• Strong people management and leadership skills, motivational, supportive, assertive and decisive
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Sound business sense, with the ability to analyze, prioritize, identify and implement solutions
• Strong organization and time management skills
• A comprehensive understanding of automotive servicing and the industry
• Two years related experience in automotive service management
• Completion of two-year college or technical school program recommended
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Current, valid driver’s license issued in state of residence
• Equipment Safety Certification
• ASE Certification C1– Service Consultant required
• State Inspection License Required (where applicable)

Nice To Haves

• ASE Certification P2 – Parts Specialist recommended
• ASE Certification G1 – Maintenance and light repair recommended

Responsibilities

• Makes sure that workplace safety is Priority #1. Follows all safety policies, completes all safety-related training, locks out any unsafe equipment, and reports any unsafe conditions or actions to a member of Management.
• Build an Extraordinary Team that delivers a different and better customer experience to every customer by hiring the best associates, developing a superior team through training and career pathing, proper scheduling, effective communication, training on the 5 for 4 process, controlling dispatching and assignment of work orders, and attending off-site meetings and training sessions.
• Ensures satisfactory maintenance, appearance, and condition of facility and equipment, managing daily preparation and securing of the location, service desk, and equipment, maintaining a clean service department, inspecting customer waiting area and parking lot for cleanliness, and entering any facility or equipment issues into the database.
• Enforces strict compliance with the service Code of Ethics and all municipal, state, and federal regulations and procedures pertaining to the operation of the location.
• Communicates with other levels of management as needed to ensure compliance with service standards and company policies.
• Serves as policy administrator in assigned location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree