Automotive Service Manager-in-Training — Lead & Grow

VIP Tires & Service; Arundel (ME); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

VIP Tires & Service in Maine is seeking a Manager-in-Training (M.I.T.) to learn the VIP culture and management processes, preparing to lead a team and deliver outstanding customer experiences. The role emphasizes safety, policy adherence, and operational excellence to meet VIP standards.

As an M.I.T., you will recruit and develop staff, manage scheduling, communicate with the team, and coordinate training and certification progress, including ASE certifications where applicable.

Qualifications

• Strong people management and leadership abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid business sense with ability to analyze and prioritize issues.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Solid understanding of automotive servicing and the industry.

Responsibilities

• Maintain workplace safety as priority and ensure policy compliance.
• Learn VIP processes and lead a team to deliver a superior customer experience.
• Hire and develop associates; ensure LMS and vendor training completion.
• Schedule staff to meet customer needs across all hours of operation.
• Coordinate training, ASE certifications, and performance coaching.

Skills

People management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Business acumen

Automotive knowledge

Education

Two-year college or technical program

Equivalent experience

Job description

VIP Tires & Service in Maine is seeking a Manager-in-Training (M.I.T.) to learn the VIP culture and management processes, preparing to lead a team and deliver outstanding customer experiences. The role emphasizes safety, policy adherence, and operational excellence to meet VIP standards.

As an M.I.T., you will recruit and develop staff, manage scheduling, communicate with the team, and coordinate training and certification progress, including ASE certifications where applicable.