Manager in Training

Tire World; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission & overtime

Paid vacation

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

Job summary

Tire World in Colorado Springs is seeking a Manager In Training to develop into a Store Manager role. You will lead daily operations, drive guest service, and translate inspections into clear recommendations.

The role emphasizes teamwork and hands-on coaching in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates bring automotive service or retail repair leadership experience, strong communication, and a willingness to lead peak-time efforts on weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive service management or retail repair leadership is required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front: open/close, set daily game plan, keep shop safe, clean, efficient.
• Own the guest experience: greet, advise, build estimates, explain work clearly, close sales.
• 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 Store Manager is out; model elite standards on every shift.

Skills

Automotive service management

Retail repair leadership

Service sales

Team leadership

Communication

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Availability weekends

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.