Service Manager

Southern Motors; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (60‑

Life & AD&D Insurance (company-paid)

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Southern Motors is seeking an experienced Service Manager to lead the service department. The role requires ASE certification, strong automotive repair knowledge, and proven leadership to drive efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

The candidate will oversee technicians and service advisors, manage daily operations, hire and develop staff, and ensure high-quality repairs with a positive customer experience at every touchpoint.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a service department in an automotive setting.
• Strong knowledge of automotive repair processes and ASE standards.
• Proven ability to manage technicians and advisors to deliver high-quality repairs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure customers receive prompt, courteous, and effective service.
• Serve as a liaison between technicians and customers.
• Take ownership of customers’ experience by carrying out additional assignments, enabling the dealership to leave a positive impression with the customer.
• Manage and hire technicians and service advisors.
• Interview and make new hires.
• Distribute work between technicians.
• Prioritize required services.
• Ensure customers have a positive dealership experience.
• Provide concierge support for all owner inquiries, whether via phone or in person, to ensure the customer does not get mishandled.
• Spend quality time building relationships with the customers.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Team management

Automotive knowledge

Communication

Education

ASE Certification

Job description

Service Manager

We are seeking an experiencedAutomotive Service Manager to lead our growing service department. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automotive repair, ASE certification, and proven leadership skills. In this role, you’ll oversee daily service operations, manage a team of technicians and advisors, ensure high-quality repairs, and deliver an exceptional customer experience. A focus on efficiency, profitability, and team development is essential.

About Southern Motors

At Southern Motors, we’re proud of our long-standing reputation for honesty, integrity, and outstanding customer care. Our culture is built on respect, teamwork, and a shared passion for the automotive industry. We offer our employees growth opportunities, supportive leadership, and a rewarding career path.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive pay plan
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (eligible after 60 days)
• Life & AD&D Insurance (company-paid and voluntary)
• Voluntary Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• 401(k) with company match after 1 year (up to 4%)
• Ongoing training and career growth opportunities

Responsibilities

• Ensure customers receive prompt, courteous, and effective service
• Serve as a liaison between technicians and customers
• Take ownership of customers’ experience by carrying out additional assignments, enabling the dealership to leave a positive impression with the customer
• Manage and hire technicians and service advisors
• Interview and make new hires
• Distribute work between technicians
• Prioritize required services
• Ensure customers have a positive dealership experience
• Provide concierge support for all owner inquiries, whether via phone or in person, to ensure the customer does not get mishandled
• Spend quality time building relationships with the customers

Qualifications

• Technical automotive knowledge
• Demonstrated ability to manage others
• Organized and friendly personality
• Dealership experience preferred

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.