Auto Collision Shop Manager — Lead, Grow, Earn Up to $200k

Craftsman Collision; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus up to $10,000 (Canada)

Relocation assistance

Company vehicle

Gas allowance

I-CAR training

Job summary

Distinctive Autoworks, part of Craftsman Collision, seeks a Shop Manager to lead daily operations of a high-performing collision repair facility in Canada. You will drive efficiency, quality, and profitability while building strong teams of technicians, estimators, and coordinators.

The role emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer care, with a base salary plus bonuses and relocation support within Canada. Prior leadership experience in auto body repair is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in automotive, collision repair, or related industries (leadership and customer service experience required).
• Post-secondary education in a related field is an asset.
• Strong understanding of shop operations, budgeting, and performance management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of estimating software (Mitchell, Audatex, ALLDATA) and familiarity with ADAS/vehicle calibration systems considered an asset.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean abstract.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily shop operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and profitability.
• Provide coaching, direction, and support to a diverse team of technicians, estimators, and coordinators.
• Champion a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and customer care.
• Manage shop financials, KPIs, payroll, and vendor relationships.
• Promote Craftsman Collision in the community and support business development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards, company policies, and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Customer service

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

Mitchell

Audatex

ALLDATA

Job description

Distinctive Autoworks, part of Craftsman Collision, seeks a Shop Manager to lead daily operations of a high-performing collision repair facility in Canada. You will drive efficiency, quality, and profitability while building strong teams of technicians, estimators, and coordinators.

The role emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer care, with a base salary plus bonuses and relocation support within Canada. Prior leadership experience in auto body repair is essential.