Automotive Service Director - $130K - $150K+ - 2749

Promotive; Seaside (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision (80% paid)

401(k) with match

3 weeks PTO + paid holidays

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Promotive seeks an Automotive Service Director / General Manager for a high-performing European repair shop in Seaside, CA. You will lead daily operations, drive growth, and have full authority including service writing part of the time.

Responsibilities include overseeing a team of technicians and advisors, improving ARO, car count, and revenue while ensuring top-tier customer experience. Compensation features $130K-$150K base plus bonus, relocation support, and benefits.

Qualifications

• 6+ years automotive management experience
• Strong leadership and accountability skills
• Dealership or high-performing independent background
• European experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, team performance, and shop workflow
• Lead service advisors and technicians to improve ARO, efficiency, and car count
• Service Advising- 20% of the time
• Drive financial performance (revenue, GP, expenses)
• Own marketing strategy and customer growth initiatives
• Ensure top-tier customer experience and accountability across the team

Skills

Leadership

Accountability

Job description

Automotive Service Director / General Manager

European Repair Shop | $130K - 150K+ OTE (Depending On Experience)

Location: Seaside, CA

Monday to Friday Schedule

A high-performing European automotive repair shop is seeking a Service Director / GM to lead daily operations and drive growth. This is a true leadership role with full authority — including service writing part of the time.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee daily operations, team performance, and shop workflow
• Lead service advisors and technicians to improve ARO, efficiency, and car count
• Service Advising- 20% of the time
• Drive financial performance (revenue, GP, expenses)
• Own marketing strategy and customer growth initiatives
• Ensure top-tier customer experience and accountability across the team

The Shop

• $3.5M+ annual revenue with strong growth potential
• 8 techs, 3 advisors, full support staff
• Expanded facility with unused capacity

What We’re Looking For

• 6+ years automotive management experience
• Strong leadership and accountability skills
• Dealership or high-performing independent background
• European experience is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• $130K - $150K Base (DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE), PLUS Bonus Opportunity
• Medical, dental, vision (80% paid)
• 401(k) with match
• 3 weeks PTO + paid holidays
• Relocation assistance available

Why This Role?

Real authority, strong income potential, and a clear path to long-term leadership in a growing business.

Additional Requirements

Some positions may require a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle record review, background screening, drug or alcohol screening, or other job-related pre-employment requirements based on the duties of the position, the client’s lawful requirements, and applicable law. Any screening will be conducted at the legally permitted stage and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. Qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, will be considered in accordance with applicable law.