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Assistant Shop Manager

Take Five Oil Change
Waukegan, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/23/2026
Assistant Shop Manager Position Overview - $17.50 - $21.00 Per Hour Starting Salary - $300 Employee Signing Bonus - Paid Bi-Weekly Bonus

The Take 5 Family is hiring customer service maniacs! 

People person? Do you enjoy leading a team? Outgoing and positive attitude? We will train you the Take 5 way for changing oil, replacing wiper blades/air filters, filling air in tires, other light maintenance services, and how to oversee a shop. Our employees are successful with all backgrounds and experience levels. Take 5 offers a stay-in-your-car hassle free oil change experience. 

What Employees Love about Take 5


·       The Pit Tech to President career path; Take 5 is committed to supporting your career goals. Over 90% of Shop Managers started as Lube Techs. 
·       The family environment
·       Benefits/Pay information if applicable
·       Easy to transfer to locations across the area
·       Opportunity to meet new people every day
·       Community involvement
·       Learning new skills

What does an Assistant Shop Manager (ASM) do?


·       Check in with customers before they leave the shop to make sure they had a great experience.
·       Assume the responsibility and authority of the Shop Manager in the Shop Manager’s absence.
·       Running the floor (making sure each employee is where they need to be, ensuring everything has been checked on each vehicle, and every customer is satisfied before they leave).
·       Perform opening and closing procedures. 
·       Assist with counting and adjusting inventory.
·       Anyone in Management is always responsible for training and developing their subordinates.
·       Being a role model to the other employees in the shop.
·       Holding team members accountable.
·       ASMs are also expected to perform all technician duties including but not limited to:
o   Drain motor oil and change oil filters
o   Change Engine Air Filters and Cabin Filters
o   Wash windshield and adjust tire pressure
o   Inspect and top off fluids
o   Assist the customer in selecting oil type and other services
o   Process payment for services performed.
o   Perform coolant exchanges and transmission drain & fill services
o   Restock and maintain inventory levels on the floor
o   Maintain shop, office, and bathroom cleanliness

Good to Know Before You Start!


·       It might feel like you are studying for a test at the beginning. It’s important that all employees gain a strong knowledge of our oils and services.
·       Must maneuver in and out of a shallow 3’ deep pit used to position yourself safely under cars
·       You will walk, stand, bend, stoop, twist, etc. for extended periods of time and perform activities involving holding, grasping, pulling and turning
·       You may need to work in hot/cold weather conditions
·       Always be alert and aware of your surroundings
·       Must be able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds 
·       Need to have reliable transportation  

Salary : $18 - $21

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