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Service Manager

Wise Auto Group, Vallejo, CA, United States


Service Manager – Hyundai Motor Company Dealership | Vallejo Hyundai
Vallejo Hyundai

is seeking a

high-performing, process-driven Service Manager

to lead and grow our fixed operations department. This is a leadership role for someone who can drive

customer retention, technician productivity, gross profit, operational discipline, and an exceptional ownership experience .

We are looking for a leader who can build culture, hold teams accountable, improve efficiencies, and elevate both

CSI and profitability .

Position Summary
The Service Manager is responsible for overseeing all daily service department operations, including advisor performance, technician productivity, repair order growth, customer satisfaction, expense control, and departmental profitability. The ideal candidate combines strong operational discipline with leadership presence and a passion for developing people.

Key Responsibilities
Department Leadership & Operations

Lead all day-to-day service department operations

Drive repair order growth, labor sales, effective labor rate, and gross profit

Manage advisor performance, dispatch flow, appointment scheduling, and shop capacity

Monitor and improve technician productivity, proficiency, efficiency, and unapplied time

Ensure proper workflow, quality control, and reduced comebacks

Maintain service department processes, SOPs, and accountability standards

Ensure the department is customer-ready, fully staffed, and operational before opening each day

Financial Performance

Manage departmental P&L and drive fixed operations profitability

Control expenses while maximizing labor and parts absorption

Monitor key KPIs, including:

Customer Pay Sales

Effective Labor Rate

Hours Per RO

Technician Productivity & Efficiency

Gross Profit

Parts-to-Labor Ratio

CSI Scores

Warranty Penetration

Maintenance Menu Sales

Unapplied Time Control

Develop action plans to improve underperforming metrics

Team Development & Accountability

Recruit, train, coach, and develop advisors, technicians, and support staff

Hold team members accountable to performance standards and customer experience expectations

Conduct regular one-on-ones, performance reviews, and department meetings

Build a culture centered around urgency, accountability, and execution

Partner with Parts and Sales leadership to improve interdepartmental performance

Customer Experience

Maintain and improve CSI, online reputation, and retention

Resolve escalated customer concerns professionally and proactively

Ensure transparent communication, proper follow-up, and exceptional guest experience

Drive service retention and long‑term customer loyalty

Qualifications

3+ years automotive service management experience required

Dealership service management experience preferred

Strong understanding of fixed ops financial statements and service KPIs

Proven track record improving productivity, CSI, and profitability

Strong leadership, coaching, and process management skills

Experience with OEM warranty administration and compliance

Familiarity with dealership management systems and service technology platforms

Hyundai Motor Company / import experience preferred, but top performers from other brands encouraged to apply

What We’re Looking For
We want a leader who:

Leads from the front

Holds standards without compromise

Understands both people and numbers

Can grow the business while controlling expenses

Builds teams, not excuses

Brings urgency, discipline, and accountability every day

Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Compensation Package Includes:

Strong base salary

Aggressive performance‑based bonus structure tied to:

Department gross profit

CSI performance

Productivity metrics

Fixed absorption goals

Growth and retention metrics

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k)

Paid vacation

Paid manufacturer training

Career advancement opportunities

Why Vallejo Hyundai
We are building a culture driven by

performance, accountability, and customer experience , and we are looking for leaders who want to help raise the standard.

It if is a results‑oriented Service Manager who knows how to lead people, improve process, and drive profitability, we want to talk with you.

Apply today and help lead one of Northern California’s growing fixed operations teams.

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