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Collision Manager

Tesla
Tacoma, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/19/2026
What to Expect
Tesla Collision is seeking an energetic professional with a proven track record of managing people and processes to work on one of the most progressive vehicle brands in the world. As the Collision Center Manager, you will be responsible for managing the workflow and production work force at our OEM owned Collision repair center. This position requires a strong understanding of Collision shop business processes and operations, as well as the willingness to adapt to and excel in a dynamic business environment. You must be a strong tactical problem solver who can work in a fast-paced environment, capable of multi-tasking, and effectively leading a team to achieve business goals and objectives.

What You'll Do
  • Provide effective supervision and coaching to all site shifts to meet quality and facility goals. Maintain shop records and inventories. Manage the flow of work through the facility

  • Act as the process leader for assigned site. Define and improve work standards with input from technicians and the team. Lead, coach, and develop a highly engaged team

  • Ensure work standards are current and accurate. Monitor employees to ensure they follow safety regulations and the collision center's safety program

  • Work with employees to resolve technical and personnel issues. Schedule staff to meet facility needs and allow for vacations and time off according to company policies

  • Select team members and ensure they receive required training. Hold regular one-on-one development meetings to support their professional growth and career advancement. Monitor training needs for the team and individuals, and coordinate training with training team resources as needed

  • Provide effective daily communication to align all team members on goals. Share any issues that affect the facility or the overall organization

  • Partner with the Regional Manager to scale and grow shop production to meet company targets, and work collaboratively with key partners. Perform other duties as assigned by the Regional Manager to support the business


What You'll Bring
  • 5 years of experience leading a collision center, refurbishment center, service center, or similar

  • 5-10 years of collision technical experience or aptitude preferred

  • Ability to meet deadlines and be accountable for quality and quantity. Able to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities, set and achieve goals, lead group root-cause problem-solving, and develop quick countermeasures

  • Able to interact effectively with customers as needed

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

  • Experience with Microsoft Office and understanding of repair estimates

  • Valid driver's license preferred


Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

  • Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
  • Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
  • Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
  • Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
  • Tesla Babies program
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation
  • Mgr Collision - $108,000 - $162,000/annual salary
cash and stock awards benefits for all levels

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.


Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

Salary : $108,000 - $162,000

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