Assistant Manager - Auto Repair Store

Meineke Car Care Centers, Inc.; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider in Oak Lawn is seeking a high-energy Assistant Manager to join their team. This role involves delivering exceptional customer service, driving sales, and supporting store operations. Ideal candidates have customer service experience and a desire to develop into management. The company offers a competitive salary and a clear career path with hands-on training.

Benefits

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in customer service and/or sales.
• Strong phone communication skills.
• Natural ability to build rapport and close sales.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for customers over the phone.
• Guide customers through services and build trust.
• Drive sales by identifying customer needs and recommending solutions.
• Support the Store Manager in daily operations.
• Act as manager when needed and own the customer experience.

Skills

Customer service experience

Phone communication skills

Sales ability

Teamwork

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Compensation: Competitive base salary + performance bonuses

Ready to Turn Your Customer Service and Sales Skills into a Long-Term Career?

We're looking for a high-energy, people-first Assistant Manager to join our auto repair team. If you love helping people, enjoy solving problems, and are great on the phone, this is your chance to step into a leadership role with serious career growth potential - no auto repair experience required.

This is more than a job - it's a launchpad into a career in the fast-paced automotive service industry. We'll teach you everything you need to know about auto repair sales and operations - what we need from you is outstanding communication skills, a sharp sales mindset, and the confidence to lead from the front.

What You'll Do

• Be the first point of contact for our customers, often over the phone - delivering a helpful, professional, and upbeat experience every time.
• Guide customers through our services and build trust by clearly explaining their options.
• Drive sales by identifying customer needs and recommending the right solutions.
• Support the Store Manager in day-to-day operations, from staff supervision to workflow coordination.
• Step in as acting manager when needed and take ownership of the customer experience.
• Help build a culture of excellence, respect, and teamwork.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in customer service and/or sales - retail, hospitality, call center, or similar is great.
• Strong phone communication skills - you're comfortable, persuasive, and personable on the line.
• Natural ability to build rapport, listen actively, and close the sale.
• Positive energy, reliability, and a team-first attitude.
• Eagerness to learn about auto repair services and grow into a management or sales leadership role.

Why Join Us?

• Career path clarity: This is a stepping-stone toward Store Manager, Sales Director, or even Operations leadership.
• Training built in: We provide hands‑on training in sales strategy, team leadership, and automotive knowledge.
• Dynamic work environment: Every day is different - and every customer is a chance to make a difference.

Bonus (but not required)

• Experience in the automotive, service, or repair industry
• Bilingual or multilingual skills
• Prior experience in managing people or shift leadership

Apply Now

If you're ready to grow your career in a company that invests in its people, we want to hear from you.