General Manager - Automotive Technology

As a part of our continued growth, LKQ is looking for a passionate and experienced Area Manager to join Elitek Vehicle Services! To be successful in this role, one must have ample experience leading a team, creating and implementing strategies, and business-to-business sales. This position also includes full mechanical knowledge, reprogramming using factory equipment, and a large amount of electrical diagnostics. Air Bag diagnostic knowledge and replacement after vehicles have been in a collision, R/I dash and motors, and R/R front suspension parts and subframes are also required.

Essential Job Duties:

• Hiring, training, and developing new Technicians
• Provide mechanical and diagnostic procedures on most vehicle makes and models.
• Assumes other duties as assigned.
• Maintain current knowledge of new systems and techniques in the automotive industry, i.e. airbag systems, radar cruise control, forward collision warning, adaptive headlights, and so forth.
• Provide prompt and professional service to assigned customers.
• Develop and maintain excellent customer relationships through the use of our company Core Values and Brand Promise.

Basic Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• High School Degree (or GED equivalent).
• 7+ years of automotive repair experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Professional appearance and outgoing personality.
• Read wiring diagrams & diagnose vehicles.
• Strong time management skills and detailed-oriented.
• Possess and display a strong and healthy work ethic.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 lbs. Work in a shop environment including heat and loud noise.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient use of a variety of automotive service and diagnostic equipment such as Moto Logic & Identifix.

Benefits:

• Vacation & Paid Holidays
• Company equipped Vehicle, Toll Tag, and Expense card.
• A variety of service-related mechanical equipment.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan w/ Match
• No Saturday Work! Working Days are Monday - Friday.
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Generic and Manufacturer specific dealer software and hardware.
• Provided Laptop, Phone, and internet hotspot.
• Uniforms
• Paid Parental Leave
• $5,000 Tuition Assistance
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance plans

Compensation:

Salary: $90,000 - $100,000