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Marine Service Manager

Cove 2 Coast Marine
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/24/2026

Cove 2 Coast Marine is seeking an experienced, results-driven Marine Service Manager to lead our service department and continue building a culture of accountability, efficiency, and exceptional customer service.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated leader who understands dealership operations, enjoys developing technicians and service advisors, and thrives in a fast-paced, performance-based environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage all daily service department operations.
  • Drive technician productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
  • Monitor and improve labor gross profit and department KPIs.
  • Schedule and prioritize customer, warranty, and internal work.
  • Recruit, train, coach, and develop technicians and service personnel.
  • Ensure repairs meet manufacturer standards and dealership quality expectations.
  • Work closely with Parts and Sales departments to maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Maintain outstanding CSI (Customer Satisfaction Index) scores.
  • Manage warranty administration and manufacturer compliance.
  • Ensure accurate repair orders, technician documentation, and billing.
  • Create a culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

  • 5 years of marine dealership, powersports, or service management experience preferred.
  • Strong leadership and team-building skills.
  • Experience managing flat-rate technicians and improving efficiency.
  • Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
  • Knowledge of Yamaha, Suzuki, Mercury, Honda, or Volvo Penta products is a plus.
  • Ability to analyze reports and make data-driven decisions.
  • Computer proficiency with dealership management software.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

  • Leads by example.
  • Holds themselves and their team accountable.
  • Is passionate about customer satisfaction.
  • Understands that efficiency and quality go hand in hand.
  • Wants to build one of the top-performing marine service departments in the Southeast.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary plus performance bonus
  • Health insurance assistance
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Ongoing factory training
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Employee discounts
  • Supportive leadership team

If you're ready to lead a growing service department and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us raise the standard in marine service.

Pay: $50,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $75,000

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