Manager in Training

Tire World; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental, vision, life, and ins

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts and referral bonus

ASE reimbursement

Job summary

Tire World is seeking a Manager In Training in Colorado Springs to lead daily operations, greet guests, and drive service sales with a focus on accuracy and speed.

You will develop a team of advisors and technicians, oversee inventory and scheduling, and help shape the customer experience while pursuing advancement into store management roles.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Open availability, including weekends, to lead and support the team during peak business times.

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front: open/close, set daily game plan, keep shop safe and efficient.
• Own the guest experience: greet, advise, build estimates, explain work clearly, close sales.
• Bridge between techs and customers; translate inspections into 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.
• Cover the deck when the Store Manager is out; model elite standards on every shift.

Skills

Team leadership

Sales skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Job description

Manager In Training

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 Management or Multi-Unit leader, evidenced by hundreds of team member promotions.

Manager In Training:

• 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

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

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