Service Manager | SF Bay Area Regional Application

Swickard Auto Group; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Disability coverage (optional)

Pet insurance (optional)

Job summary

Swickard Auto Group is seeking a Service Manager to lead the service department in the San Francisco Bay Area, with relocation possible based on position and dealership availability.

The role emphasizes customer satisfaction, profitability, and efficient operations, requiring strong leadership, communication, and a hospitality mindset. Candidates should have 5+ years in automotive service management, a valid driver’s license, and familiarity with Reynolds & Reynolds DMS.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive service management.
• Demonstrates a high “HQ” (Hospitality Quotient) consisting of kindness, optimism, curiosity, work ethic, empathy, self-awareness, integrity.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Experience with Reynolds & Reynolds DMS preferred.
• Strong leadership and management skills; excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers promptly and provide high-quality service to ensure satisfaction.
• Hire, train, and supervise service technicians; foster a positive work environment.

Skills

Leadership & management

Communication

Organizational skills

Work under pressure

HQ hospitality quotient

Valid driver license

Tools

Reynolds & Reynolds DMS

Job description

Service Manager

This is a general application for Swickard Auto Group in the San Francisco Bay Area for candidates willing to relocate based on position and dealership availability.

Description

The Service Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the service department, ensuring customer satisfaction, efficient operations, and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Customer Service:
  • Greet customers promptly and professionally.
  • Ensure customer satisfaction through timely and quality service.
  • Handle customer complaints and resolve issues effectively.
• Team Management:
  • Hire, train, and supervise service technicians.
  • Develop and maintain a positive work environment.
  • Evaluate employee performance and provide feedback.
• Operations Management:
  • Schedule and prioritize service appointments.
  • Manage inventory of parts and supplies.
  • Monitor and control labor costs.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
• Financial Management:
  • Prepare and analyze service department reports.
  • Develop and implement strategies to increase profitability.
  • Monitor and control expenses.
• Quality Control:
  • Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards are met.
  • Identify and address any quality issues.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Demonstrates a high “HQ” (Hospitality Quotient) consisting of kindness & optimism, intellectual curiosity, work ethic, empathy, self-awareness, and integrity.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive service management.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience with Reynolds & Reynolds DMS preferred.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in automotive repair and maintenance procedures.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Benefits Of Working At Swickard

• Career Path – Swickard isn’t just a J-O-B. You’ll learn and grow into different roles and be able to take on new leadership responsibilities.
• Ongoing training and support
• Opportunities for continued personal and professional growth.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company.

Competitive Benefits Package

• Insurance: medical, dental, vision, life and pet insurance
• Optional disability coverage
• 401k plan
• Paid holidays
• PTO

About Us

• We were founded in 2014 by Jeff Swickard in Wilsonville, OR.
• We’re a hospitality company that happens to sell cars, parts, and service.
• We are a team. Everyone plays a role in our success.
• Culture: We want to be our customers’ favorite place to purchase, lease, or service their vehicle and we want to be your favorite place to work!
• Highline Brands: Swickard has positioned itself as a leader in highline brands such as Mercedes Benz, BMW, Volvo, Porsche, Lexus, Audi, Land Rover, and more.
• We are consistently ranked as one of the fastest growing dealership groups in the US by Automotive News.

Most people have a stressful experience buying or servicing their car. It shouldn’t be that way. We’re looking for people as crazy as we are about revolutionizing the car‑buying experience, and it starts with hospitality. Hospitality isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are. We need exceptionally talented individuals to join our mission and embark on a challenging, rewarding career. Do you have what it takes?