Automotive Assistant Manager

Big Brand Tire & Service; Rialto (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate + overtime

Commission opportunities

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life ins.

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

Referral bonuses

ASE reimbursement

Career growth into Store Manager

Job summary

American Tire Depot is seeking an Automotive Assistant Manager in Rialto, CA. You will lead daily operations, supervise the team, and ensure a superior guest experience while driving sales and efficiency in a fast-paced shop.

The role offers advancement toward Store Manager or Multi-Unit leader, with opportunities for overtime and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in automotive service management or retail repair leadership.
• Strong background in service sales (tires, brakes, maintenance, or mechanical).
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front: open/close, daily plan, safety, efficiency.
• Own the guest experience: greet, advise, build estimates, explain work, close sales.
• Bridge between technicians and customers; translate inspections into recommendations.
• Develop the team: coach advisors and techs, reinforce process, celebrate wins, address gaps.
• Run the business: inventory, ordering, cash handling, scheduling, KPI tracking, OSHA/EHS compliance.
• Cover for Store Manager when out; model elite standards on shifts.

Skills

Team leadership

Service sales

Customer service

Communication

Physical stamina (lifting 70 lbs)

Job description

Automotive Assistant Manager

We're a results-focused, performance-driven team that knows how to deliver. Every role here plays a key part in shaping an exceptional experience for our customers and for each other.

Description

Automotive Assistant Manager

We're a results-focused, performance-driven team that knows how to deliver. Every role here plays a key part in shaping an exceptional experience for our customers and for each other.

We offer the kind of benefits you'd expect from a larger organization — plus a few that give us an edge over the competition. And the best part? You'll be joining a genuinely solid team that sets the standard for speed, accuracy, and service.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate + commission and overtime opportunities
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurances
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee discounts, referral bonuses and ASE reimbursement
• Genuine career growth — with progression into Store Manager or Multi-Unit leader, evidenced by hundreds of team member promotions.

Assistant Store Manager:

• Lead from the front: open/close, set the daily game plan, keep the shop safe, clean, and efficient
• Own the guest experience: greet, advise, build estimates, explain work clearly, close sales with confidence
• Be the bridge between techs and customers; translate inspections into trusted recommendations
• Develop the team: coach advisors and techs, reinforce process, celebrate wins, address gaps
• Run the business: inventory & ordering, cash handling/POS, scheduling, KPI tracking, compliance (OSHA/EHS)
• Cover the deck when the Store Manager is out; model elite standards on every shift

What Makes You a Great Fit

• At least 1–3 years of experience in automotive service management or retail repair leadership
• Strong background in service sales (tires, brakes, maintenance, or mechanical)
• Proven ability to lead a team in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s license + ability to lift 70 lbs (jumping in when needed is part of the job)
• A self-starter who thrives on results, accountability, and growth
• Open availability, including weekends, to lead and support the team during peak business times

American Tire Depot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace.