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Automotive Shop Director

Nealey Auto Service
Rockville, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 3/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/29/2026

Automotive Shop Director

The Profile: Are You a Lead-from-the-Front Coach?

We are looking for a dominant leader who doesn't just manage a shop-they drive it. Our top-performing managers aren't "office people"; they are the heartbeat of the service bay and the front counter. You will thrive here if you are:

  • A Culture Creator: You inspire Technicians and Advisors to reach levels they didn't know they could hit.
  • Accountability-Driven: You believe that high standards lead to high rewards and you aren't afraid to hold your team to them.
  • Financially Motivated: You have a "hunter" mindset and are looking for a role where your income reflects your ability to hit and exceed numbers.
  • A Hands-On Operator: You lead by movement, presence, and action-staying active on the floor to ensure peak performance.
  • A Relationship Architect: You build deep trust with your staff and create "clients for life" through expert communication.
  • An individual with 3 years of experience leading a team of 5 employees (Technicians and Service Advisors) in a high-volume automotive environment
  • Comfortable working in a performance-based environment where your compensation is tied to hitting specific KPIs, such as sales targets, labor efficiency, and GP margins

If you are punctual, high-energy, and addicted to winning in a performance-based culture, we want to talk to you.


The Mission: Your Core Responsibilities

In this role, you have total "Command and Control" over your location. Your objective is simple: Operational Excellence.

  • Own the Shop: Take 100% responsibility for the P&L, daily output, and long-term health of your location.
  • Build the Bench: Actively mentor and upskill your crew, turning every team member into a top-tier professional.
  • Execute for Profit: Drive revenue through disciplined sales processes and meticulous cost management.
  • Perfect the Journey: Oversee the customer experience from the first "hello" to the final vehicle hand-off.
  • Standardize Success: Maintain a "white-glove" standard for shop cleanliness, safety, and technical workflow.
  • Strategize with Leadership: Work directly with the executive team to smash KPIs and scale our brand footprint.


What's in It for You - Benefits

This isn't just a job - this is a career-building leadership opportunity with a fast-scaling company that offers industry leading benefits:

  • TOP EARNERS MAKE $175K : Highly competitive base salary, aggressive performance bonuses, and a 401(k) with up to 4% matching
  • Elite Professional Coaching: Access to high-level training to ensure you are constantly advancing
  • 5-DAY WORK WEEK for a reliable work-life balance
  • Operational Excellence: Top-tier management that leads with positivity and extreme efficiency
  • Total Security: Comprehensive healthcare benefits for you and your family
  • Culture & Perks: A fast-growing independent shop with a family environment, culture of accountability, teamwork, respect, and Free Lunch Fridays

At Nealey Tire & Auto, we don't just talk about growth - we live it. If you're hungry to lead, build, and win, this is where you belong.


About Us

At Nealey Tire & Auto, we're not just fixing cars- we're building one of the most respected and fastest-growing automotive service companies in Maryland. With five thriving locations (and more on the way), we've built a reputation on integrity, performance, and a proven system that delivers results.

We're looking for an Automotive Shop Director who is ready to take ownership of a shop, drive performance, and lead a high-energy team.

Location: Rockville, MD

Salary : $175,000

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