Automotive Shop Manager

Nealey Tire & Auto; Chesapeake Beach (MD); On-site; USD 157,500 - 192,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Performance bonuses

401(k) matching

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Free Lunch Fridays

Job summary

A growing automotive service company in Chesapeake Beach is seeking an Automotive Shop Director to spearhead daily operations and drive performance. You will take full ownership of the shop's P&L while mentoring your team as you pursue operational excellence. This leadership role offers a highly competitive salary exceeding $175K and access to elite coaching and benefits, making it an exceptional career opportunity for those passionate about automotive service and team management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role in a high-volume automotive environment.
• Ability to inspire and motivate a team to achieve high performance.
• Comfortable in a performance-based culture where compensation is tied to KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the shop's P&L and daily operations.
• Mentor and upskill team members to enhance performance.
• Drive revenue through effective sales processes and cost management.
• Oversee customer experience from initiation to vehicle hand-off.
• Maintain high standards for shop cleanliness and technical workflow.
• Collaborate with the executive team to hit performance targets.

Skills

Leadership

Accountability

Relationship Building

Financial Management

Communication

Job description

The Profile: Are You a Lead-from-the-Front Coach?

We Are Looking For a Dominant Leader Who Doesn't Just Manage a Shop-they Drive It. Our Top-performing Managers Aren't "office People"; They Are The Heartbeat Of The Service Bay And The Front Counter. You Will Thrive Here If You Are

• A Culture Creator: You inspire Technicians and Advisors to reach levels they didn't know they could hit.
• Accountability-Driven: You believe that high standards lead to high rewards and you aren't afraid to hold your team to them.
• Financially Motivated: You have a "hunter" mindset and are looking for a role where your income reflects your ability to hit and exceed numbers.
• A Hands-On Operator: You lead by movement, presence, and action-staying active on the floor to ensure peak performance.
• A Relationship Architect: You build deep trust with your staff and create "clients for life" through expert communication.
• An individual with 3+ years of experience leading a team of 5+ employees (Technicians and Service Advisors) in a high-volume automotive environment
• Comfortable working in a performance-based environment where your compensation is tied to hitting specific KPIs, such as sales targets, labor efficiency, and GP margins

If you are punctual, high-energy, and addicted to winning in a performance-based culture, we want to talk to you.

The Mission: Your Core Responsibilities

In this role, you have total "Command and Control" over your location. Your objective is simple: Operational Excellence.

• Own the Shop: Take 100% responsibility for the P&L, daily output, and long-term health of your location.
• Build the Bench: Actively mentor and upskill your crew, turning every team member into a top-tier professional.
• Execute for Profit: Drive revenue through disciplined sales processes and meticulous cost management.
• Perfect the Journey: Oversee the customer experience from the first "hello" to the final vehicle hand-off.
• Standardize Success: Maintain a "white-glove" standard for shop cleanliness, safety, and technical workflow.
• Strategize with Leadership: Work directly with the executive team to smash KPIs and scale our brand footprint.

What's In It For You - Benefits

This isn't just a job - this is a career-building leadership opportunity with a fast-scaling company that offers industry-leading benefits:

• TOP EARNERS MAKE $175K+: Highly competitive base salary, aggressive performance bonuses, and a 401(k) with up to 4% matching
• Elite Professional Coaching: Access to high-level training to ensure you are constantly advancing
• 5-DAY WORK WEEK for a reliable work-life balance
• Operational Excellence: Top-tier management that leads with positivity and extreme efficiency
• Total Security: Comprehensive healthcare benefits for you and your family
• Culture & Perks: A fast-growing independent shop with a family environment, culture of accountability, teamwork, respect, and Free Lunch Fridays

At Nealey Tire & Auto, we don't just talk about growth - we live it. If you're hungry to lead, build, and win, this is where you belong.

About Us

At Nealey Tire & Auto, we're not just fixing cars - we're building one of the most respected and fastest-growing automotive service companies in Maryland. With five thriving locations (and more on the way), we've built a reputation on integrity, performance, and a proven system that delivers results.

We're looking for an Automotive Shop Director who is ready to take ownership of a shop, drive performance, and lead a high-energy team.

Location: Chesapeake Beach, MD

Salary: $175000 per year

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