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Service Manager - Serra Traverse City

Serra Gaylord & Kalkaska
Traverse, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 11/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/29/2026
Service Manager

Be a Leader at Northwest Michigan's Largest Automotive Dealership

We are always looking for bright, motivated, and energetic professionals to add to our world-class team. At Serra Traverse City, we work as a team, striving to deliver the best for our customers. If you feel that your skills will be an asset to our team, then we want to get to know you!

Responsibilities

  • Manage all day-to-day service department operations
  • Lead, coach, and develop service advisors, technicians, and support staff
  • Monitor and improve key performance indicators, including:
    • Labor gross profit
    • Effective labor rate (ELR)
    • Technician productivity & efficiency
    • Customer satisfaction (CSI)
    • Warranty performance
    • Hours per RO
    • Service absorption
    • Gross profit and expense control
  • Drive revenue growth while maintaining exceptional customer experience
  • Ensure repair orders are properly written, billed, and closed
  • Maintain manufacturer compliance and operational standards
  • Recruit, train, and retain high-performing employees
  • Work closely with Parts, Sales, and Executive Management to achieve dealership goals
  • Build a culture of accountability, urgency, and teamwork
Qualifications

  • Prior dealership Service Manager or Assistant Service Manager experience preferred
  • Strong understanding of dealership fixed operations and profitability drivers
  • Experience leading teams in a high-volume environment
  • Knowledge of DMS systems and dealership reporting
  • Ability to analyze financial statements and operational metrics
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Proven track record improving performance and developing employees

At Serra Traverse City, we are committed to building high-performing teams and delivering an outstanding experience to every customer. If you are ready to lead, improve processes, and make a measurable impact, apply today.

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