Shop Manager up to 125k | Salary + Bonus

Virginia Tire & Auto•Centreville, VA

10d

About The Position

Our Shop Foreman's are responsible for the entire back-of-house. They are tasked with optimizing workflow, driving bay and employee efficiency and training new production employees. They have a comprehensive knowledge of Virginia Tire & Auto’s business, are experts in automotive systems, are capable of motivating others and are committed to the development of their team. Production managers accomplish this by leading by example, problem-solving, developing their teams and using data to develop strategies that improve store performance. They gain a comprehensive knowledge of Virginia Tire & Auto’s business model, are capable of motivating others and are committed to creating meaningful customer and employee experiences. WHAT YOU’LL DO Lead the production department to ensure store production is maximized and customers have an excellent in-store experience, spending the majority of your time in the back of the house as a hands-on manager on the under the hood. Train general service technicians on the VTA oil change process and other services including but not limited to tires, oil changes, and checking scheduled maintenance. Grow the production team by providing hands on guidance, training and mentorship in developing technical skills from brakes to complicated diagnostics. Drive sales and profitability by reviewing reports and utilizing available information tools to identify issues and areas of opportunity and execute solutions. Be able to perform all the type of repairs from changing oil to engine replacements Complete work on each repair order with efficiency and in alignment with the shop, state, and factory standards Select and onboard a highly effective team of individuals. Create meaningful employee experiences by developing talent and opening doors for career growth. Communicate effectively with employees by actively overseeing in the flow of information to employees, including store goals, sales programs or company communications. Maintain our best in class automotive repair facilities in a manner that evidences pride and care

Requirements

4+ years of retail management experience preferably in the automotive industry
Strong knowledge of vehicle systems
Ability to able perform diagnostics and repairs
Ability to lead and manage in a fast-paced, multi-tasking retail environment with a smile and a positive attitude
Strong customer service skill and interpersonal/ communication skills
Problem-solving ability and analytical skills
A professional personal appearance
Proficiency in MS Office and ability to learn our internal software applications
Have and maintain a valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

ASE A1 – A8 and L1
Safety Inspector License
Emissions Inspector License

Responsibilities

Lead the production department to ensure store production is maximized and customers have an excellent in-store experience, spending the majority of your time in the back of the house as a hands-on manager on the under the hood.
Train general service technicians on the VTA oil change process and other services including but not limited to tires, oil changes, and checking scheduled maintenance.
Grow the production team by providing hands on guidance, training and mentorship in developing technical skills from brakes to complicated diagnostics.
Drive sales and profitability by reviewing reports and utilizing available information tools to identify issues and areas of opportunity and execute solutions.
Be able to perform all the type of repairs from changing oil to engine replacements
Complete work on each repair order with efficiency and in alignment with the shop, state, and factory standards
Select and onboard a highly effective team of individuals.
Create meaningful employee experiences by developing talent and opening doors for career growth.
Communicate effectively with employees by actively overseeing in the flow of information to employees, including store goals, sales programs or company communications.
Maintain our best in class automotive repair facilities in a manner that evidences pride and care

Benefits

Low-Cost Health Insurance
3 weeks of vacation; start earning day 1
Industry best paid vacation and 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 & short-term disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Predictable Schedules
Energy filled, busy shops
A clean, professional work environment with a team that wants to see you succeed with state of the art equipment and scan tools
A company culture designed to support your career growth