GM in Training: Lead Operations & Growth

Apex Service Partners; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full relocation support

Comprehensive benefits

Clear path to General Manager

Entrepreneurial growth within national

Job summary

Apex Service Partners is seeking a driven leader to develop alongside a top General Manager and gain hands-on experience running a successful trades business before stepping into a General Manager role of your own. You’ll own a department, drive operations, and contribute to long-term growth.

Relocation within the Southeast is required, with full relocation support. This role offers a clear path to GM, comprehensive benefits, and a high-energy, data-driven culture focused on people development.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience leading teams.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Direct P&L ownership preferred, or strong operational exposure.
• Playbook-driven leadership style with a bias for action.
• Strong interpersonal, motivational and communication skills.
• High energy, adaptability, and a proven ability to deliver results.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Deep respect for the Skilled Trades or similar people-focused industries.

Responsibilities

• Train under an experienced General Manager and learn Apex’s operating playbook.
• Take ownership of a department and lead day-to-day operations.
• Develop and execute strategies to drive key performance metrics.
• Deliver a “gold standard” of service through coaching, training, accountability and data-driven decision-making.
• Build a high-performance culture that fosters engagement, retention, and team development.
• Lead efforts to grow the team and create upward mobility through skill development and career pathing.
• Manage financial activities including budgeting and forecasting, with full accountability for P&L performance.
• Serve as a visible, hands-on leader, with daily in-person presence required.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Apex Service Partners is seeking a driven leader to develop alongside a top General Manager and gain hands-on experience running a successful trades business before stepping into a General Manager role of your own. You’ll own a department, drive operations, and contribute to long-term growth.

Relocation within the Southeast is required, with full relocation support. This role offers a clear path to GM, comprehensive benefits, and a high-energy, data-driven culture focused on people development.