Automotive Service Lead — Path to Store Manager

Jobvite, Inc.; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate + commission

Overtime opportunities

Paid vacation & holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life & other

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts & referral bonuses

Career growth into Store Manager

Job summary

Big Brand Tire & Service is seeking an Automotive Assistant Manager to lead from the front, ensure a top-tier guest experience, and bridge communications between technicians and customers. You’ll coach a team, manage daily operations, and drive sales and safety compliance in a high-volume shop.

The role offers weekend availability, growth into Store Manager or Multi-Unit leadership, and comprehensive benefits. Equal opportunity employer with a strong promotion track record.

Qualifications

• 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 and ability to lift 70 lbs.

Responsibilities

• 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 Store Manager is out; model elite standards on every shift.

Skills

Service leadership

Customer service

Team coaching

Sales ability

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to safety

Job description

Big Brand Tire & Service is seeking an Automotive Assistant Manager to lead from the front, ensure a top-tier guest experience, and bridge communications between technicians and customers. You’ll coach a team, manage daily operations, and drive sales and safety compliance in a high-volume shop.

The role offers weekend availability, growth into Store Manager or Multi-Unit leadership, and comprehensive benefits. Equal opportunity employer with a strong promotion track record.