Automotive Service Manager

American-Tire-Depot; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly + commission

Paid time off

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

American Tire Depot in Fountain Valley, CA, is seeking an Automotive Service Manager to lead the service team, bridge the gap between mechanics and customers, and drive sales and service targets. The role requires coordinating daily operations, scheduling, and compliance while maintaining a high standard of customer care and shop safety.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in service management or leadership in a high-volume automotive setting, strong service-sales experience, excellent

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead the service team — train, coach, and motivate techs & advisors to perform at their best.
• Bridge between mechanics and customers: explain repairs, recommend services, and close sales with confidence.
• Drive store performance by hitting and exceeding sales & service targets.
• Partner with Store Manager on daily operations, scheduling, and compliance.
• Keep the shop efficient, safe, and aligned with company standards.
• Ensure every customer gets world-class service that builds loyalty and trust.

Skills

Leadership

Sales

Communication

Problem solving

Bilingual - Spanish

Job description

Automotive Service 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.

Service Manager:

• Lead the service team — train, coach, and motivate techs & advisors to perform at their best
• Be the bridge between mechanics and customers: explain repairs, recommend services, and close sales with confidence
• Drive store performance by hitting and exceeding sales & service targets
• Partner with Store Manager on daily operations, scheduling, and compliance
• Keep the shop efficient, safe, and aligned with company standards
• Ensure every customer gets world-class service that builds loyalty and trust

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
• Bilingual - Spanish

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