Automotive Service Manager in Training — Leadership Path

Big Brand Tire & Service; Rialto (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly + Commission

Paid vacation

Insurance

401k

Employee discounts

Career growth

Job summary

Big Brand Tire & Service in Rialto, CA is seeking a Manager In Training to lead from the front, set daily goals, and keep the shop safe and efficient. You will guide the guest experience, build estimates, and translate inspections into trusted recommendations.

You will also develop the team, manage inventory and scheduling, and help drive sales while modeling high standards on every shift. Weekend availability is required to support peak times.

Qualifications

• 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 (physical requirement).
• A self-starter who thrives on results, accountability, and growth.
• Open availability, including weekends, to lead and support the team during peak business times.

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

Skills

Automotive service management

Retail leadership

Team leadership

Job description

Big Brand Tire & Service in Rialto, CA is seeking a Manager In Training to lead from the front, set daily goals, and keep the shop safe and efficient. You will guide the guest experience, build estimates, and translate inspections into trusted recommendations.

You will also develop the team, manage inventory and scheduling, and help drive sales while modeling high standards on every shift. Weekend availability is required to support peak times.