Benefits:
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Company parties
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Health insurance
Paid time off
Kerner’s Auto Service is a family-owned, full-service independent automotive repair facility serving the community since 1973. We operate a busy, high-volume shop with a strong reputation built on professionalism, integrity, quality repairs, and an exceptional customer experience.
We are a modern, process-driven operation that invests heavily in our people, technology, training, equipment, and customer experience. Our team includes experienced technicians, service advisors, and front-office support staff working together in a structured and professional environment.
We are seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee the daily operations of the business and report directly to the owner.
The Position
This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for the overall performance, accountability, efficiency, and daily execution of the shop.
The General Manager will oversee:
Service advisors and front-office staff
Automotive technicians and general service staff
Daily workflow, scheduling, and shop productivity
Employee performance and accountability
Customer service standards and issue resolution
Operational systems, policies, and procedures
Key performance indicators and financial performance
Staff development, coaching, and communication
Implementation and consistent execution of company processes
Who We Are Looking For
The successful candidate will be a strong, organized leader who understands that great operations are built through clear expectations, consistent processes, accountability, communication, and follow-through.
You should be someone who can:
Identify operational weaknesses and opportunities for improvement
Create, improve, document, and implement systems and procedures
Hold employees accountable while maintaining a professional and productive culture
Improve workflow, efficiency, productivity, and communication
Coach and develop employees rather than simply manage problems
Use data and performance metrics to make decisions
Address issues directly and consistently
Work closely with ownership while taking real responsibility for day-to-day operations
Balance customer experience, employee development, operational efficiency, and profitability
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of automotive shop management experience, or comparable leadership experience with responsibility similar to a shop manager or general manager
Strong understanding of independent automotive repair shop operations
Proven experience managing employees across multiple roles or departments
Experience implementing systems, procedures, and accountability standards
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Comfortable reviewing performance metrics and identifying opportunities for improvement
Compensation & Benefits
$90,000–$125,000 annual compensation, based on experience and qualifications
Monday–Friday schedule
No weekends
Health and dental benefits
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and paid holidays
Shop Hours Monday - Friday 7:30am-5:30pm
Paid training and professional development
Stable, established, family-owned company
Modern systems, technology, and equipment
Opportunity to have a meaningful impact on the continued growth and development of the organization
This is an opportunity for an experienced automotive leader who wants more than a title. We are looking for someone who can take ownership of daily operations, strengthen the team, improve systems, maintain accountability, and help move an already successful organization forward.
If you have successfully led people, improved processes, created accountability, and understand what it takes to operate a high-performing independent automotive repair facility, we would like to hear from you.
This shop is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the shop owner and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this shop. All inquiries about employment at this shop should be made directly to the shop location, and not to Elite Worldwide Corporate.