Automotive Service Manager

Lou-Bachrodt-Auto-Group; Baraboo (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Short-term disability insurance

Long-term disability and lifeinsurance

Paid time off and holidays

Additional voluntary benefits

Employee discounts on vehicles, parts,

service

Professional growth and advancement

Job summary

Bachrodt Baraboo Motors is seeking an experienced Automotive Service Manager to lead and grow our service department in Baraboo, WI. You will oversee service advisors, technicians, and support staff, drive service revenue, and maintain high customer satisfaction while upholding manufacturer standards.

This full-time role offers a base salary plus performance bonuses, with an earning potential of $120,000 to $180,000 annually, reflecting leadership impact and dealership results.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive service management or senior advisor roles.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Understanding of dealership service operations and performance metrics.
• Ability to build lasting customer relationships and resolve concerns.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic and commitment to success.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop our team of service advisors, technicians, and support staff.
• Manage daily service operations, workflow, and customer satisfaction.
• Grow service revenue, gross profit, and customer retention.
• Monitor technician productivity, efficiency, effective labor rate, and departmental profitability.
• Recruit, train, and retain quality employees.
• Maintain manufacturer service and warranty standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve operations, increase sales, and control expenses.
• Build a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment.
• Work directly with dealership leadership to achieve department goals.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Problem-solving

Organization

Tools

Dealertrack DMS

Xtime service management software

Manufacturer warranty administration

Job description

$120,000 to $180,000 Annual Earning Potential

Full-Time | Base Salary + Performance Bonuses

Ready to Lead a Service Department and Be Rewarded for Your Success?

Bachrodt Baraboo Motors is looking for an experienced, motivated Automotive Service Manager to lead and grow our service department.

This is an excellent opportunity to earn $120,000 to $180,000 annually while building a successful team and making a real impact on dealership performance.

We are a family-owned dealership group with a history dating back to 1953. We value strong leadership, employee development, customer satisfaction, and results.

If you're an experienced Service Manager looking for a new opportunity, or a successful Assistant Service Manager or Senior Service Advisor ready for the next step, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Lead, coach, and develop our team of service advisors, technicians, and support staff.

Manage daily service operations, workflow, and customer satisfaction.

Grow service revenue, gross profit, and customer retention.

Monitor and improve technician productivity, efficiency, effective labor rate, and departmental profitability.

Recruit, train, and retain quality employees.

Maintain manufacturer service and warranty standards.

Identify opportunities to improve operations, increase sales, and control expenses.

Build a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment.

Work directly with dealership leadership to achieve department goals.

What We're Looking For

We want a leader who takes pride in their work, motivates their team, and knows how to get results.

Ideal Qualifications:

Experience in automotive service management, fixed operations, or a senior service advisor position.

Strong leadership and people management skills.

Understanding of dealership service operations, profitability, and performance metrics.

Ability to build lasting customer relationships and resolve concerns.

Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to success.

Additional Experience That's a Plus:

Dealertrack DMS

Xtime service management software

Manufacturer warranty administration

You don't need to have experience with every system listed above. We're looking for the right leader with the skills and drive to succeed.

$120,000 to $180,000 Annual Earning Potential

Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Company-provided short-term disability benefits

Long-term disability and life insurance options

Paid time off and holidays

Additional voluntary benefits

Employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and service

Professional growth and advancement opportunities

Supportive, family-owned dealership environment

At Bachrodt Baraboo Motors, you're more than just another manager.

You’ll have the opportunity to lead a department, develop your team, contribute ideas, and directly influence the success of the business.

We believe in recognizing hard work, rewarding performance, and building long-term relationships with our employees.

Our mission says it best:

"We make the lives of our Clients and Associates better by providing a Best-in-Class experience for all."

We look forward to meeting you.

Bachrodt Baraboo Motors is an Equal Opportunity Employer.