Company Overview

Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the Grease Monkey® brand currently operates more than 300 centers internationally with operations in Mexico, China, Colombia and Saudi Arabia. Grease Monkey® is the nation’s largest independent franchisor of automotive oil change centers and is looking to expand in 2021 by opening 30+ new locations. Grease Monkey® International, LLC is the nation’s largest independent franchisor of automotive oil change centers serving more than 2 million customers each year.

Our Grease Monkey® Certified Pit Crews offer customers a service experience that is unrivaled in the automotive industry. Our highly trained technicians are certified using our proprietary Grease Monkey® Technician Training & Certification Program. Grease Monkey® certified pit crews offer drivers an exceptional experience, delivered with speed and precision.

Position Overview

The Center Manager is responsible for the successful operation and profitability of a Grease Monkey center using customer and employee relations skills, business management techniques, and sound judgment.

Responsibilities:

Customer Relations

Welcome customers immediately in a professional manner. Explain Grease Monkey services and pricing during the Welcome, Wait/Show and Departure.

Present air filter, cabin air filter, breather, and radiator cap if applicable, for customer inspection.
Maintain communications with waiting customers, keep them informed of wait times, and answer questions. Ensure a comfortable, clean, and safe atmosphere for customers.
Review Service Order Ticket, including the Warranty and Free Top-Off Programs on the back, thoroughly with customers at check-out, explain services performed, purpose of static sticker and reminder card.
Remind departing customers to submit feedback about their visit.
Thank all departing customers and remind them to return.
Resolve customer complaints and damage claims.

Employee Supervision and Management

The Center Manager is responsible for the direct supervision of all employees of the center. Duties include:

Hire new employees as needed; Evaluate employee performance on a regular basis; Resolve employee complaints; Administer employee discipline as required; Discharge employees as required
Provide thorough training to new employees, conduct routine training sessions for all employees (new products, services, skills, procedures, policies)
Schedule employees for effective center coverage and efficient use of labor and ensure accurate time-clock use
Ensure employee timesheets are accurate each pay period
Maintain accurate and complete employee files

Center Operations

Ensure proper execution of all activities in the service bays
Assist team with completing oil changes, brake services, tire services and small repairs
Assist team with diagnosing and recommending repairs to customers
Assist team with customer relations, including service reviews and repair presentations
Print and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly sales and inventory reports
Monitor cash register functions and credit card handling
Maintain POS computer software and hardware (backups, upgrades, routine maintenance) Make daily bank deposit(s)
Perform daily close-out procedure
Prepare weekly and monthly paperwork
Monitor inventory, place appropriate orders, and perform accurate monthly inventory counts
Ensure cleanliness and appeal of entire site
Maintain safe working environment
Maintain physical plant, tools, equipment, inventory, supplies, and personal property

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and vehicle repairs as required
Diagnose and troubleshoot basic automotive systems
Perform oil changes, brake replacements, tire replacements, light repair work
Oversee the efficient operation of oil change and repair bays
Participate in community activities
Plan and execute local center marketing functions

Qualifications

Skills: Business Management, Employee Relations, Customer Service, Intermediate Computing skills
Basic literacy (ready, writing, math skills); Verbal communication skills
Ability and licensed to operate motor vehicles; Ability to properly use mechanical hand tools
Previous experience managing a retail automotive center or equivalent related business required

Working Conditions

Environment: Frequent exposure to outside weather elements, noise, and vehicle exhaust fumes throughout the entire shift.

Physical Activities: Position requires good corrected vision, hearing, frequent standing, walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, handling, reaching, and lifting.

Benefits/Perks

Competitive Pay, with Incentives
Paid Time Off
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Bonus Programs
Flexible Hours
Opportunities for Advancement
Discounted Services for Employees

Compensation: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Grease Monkey Corporate.

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