Top 317 Automotive service manager Jobs in California

Service Director - Mercedes-Benz of Walnut Creek
Sonic Automotive —Walnut Creek, CA
- $150,000 - $300,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- 7 years
- Paid training
- Paid parental leave
Quick Apply
Service Manager - Luxury / Highline Dealer
Audi West Covina —Los Angeles, CA
- $100,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Dealership
- 5 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Service Manager
Audi South Coast —Santa Ana, CA
- $150,000 - $220,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Dealership
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
10d
Associate Service Manager
Tesla —Irvine, CA
- $92,205 - $153,900 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
10d
Service Manager / Fixed Operations Manager
MOTORSPORTS OF VALLEY LLC —Calabasas, CA
- $100,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
Quick Apply
Service Manager
GALPIN MOTORS, INC. —North Hills, CA
- $180,000 - $325,000 a year
- Full-time
- Dealership
- Customer service
- Continuous improvement
- Paid training
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Ford Service Manager
Ford of Oakland —Oakland, CA
- $140,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Dealership
- Customer service
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
Quick Apply
Cruise Partnership Manager - Travel Services
Auto Club Of Southern Calif —Costa Mesa, CA
- $120,500 - $160,800 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Product management
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
2d
Platform Fixed Operations Director - Luxury / Highline Dealer
Audi West Covina —Los Angeles, CA
- $110,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Dealership
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Service Manager
Tesla —Camarillo, CA
- $102,600 - $182,400 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
5d
Service Manager
Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Morgan Hill —Morgan Hill, CA
- $140,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Dealership
- Customer service
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
Quick Apply
FastTrack Manager Training
Stress Free Auto Care —San Francisco, CA
- From $150,000 a year
- Hospitality
- 6 years
- Customer service
- 401(k) matching
Quick Apply
Human Resources Manager
Aero Auto Repair —Poway, CA
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Automotive Store Manager
Confidential —Santa Rosa, CA
- $30 - $36 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Budgeting
- In-person
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
6d
Service Manager- Wellness
The Arc SF —San Francisco, CA
- $30 - $33 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Excel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Automotive Service Center - General Manager
Pacific Coast Jiffy Lube —Goleta, CA
- $22 - $25 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Inventory management
- No high school diploma
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Automotive Service Center - General Manager
Pacific Coast Jiffy Lube —Atascadero, CA
- $22 - $25 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Inventory management
- Military
- No high school diploma
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Automotive Service Center - General Manager
Pacific Coast Jiffy Lube —Santa Barbara, CA
- $22 - $25 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Inventory management
- Military
- No high school diploma
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Equipment Services Manager
JB Dewar, Inc. —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Service Drive Manager - Toyota Hayward
AutoNation —Hayward, CA
- Full-time
- Dealership
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Quick Apply

I want to receive the latest job alert for automotive service manager in california

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

automotive service manager jobs near california

Service Director - Mercedes-Benz of Walnut Creek

Sonic Automotive -
Walnut Creek, CA

Quick Apply

Job Details

Full-time
$150,000 - $300,000 a year

Benefits

Paid training
Paid parental leave
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Cost management
Communication with suppliers
Succession planning
Maintenance inventory management
Maintenance repair procedures
Customer retention
Budget control
Team leadership
Coaching
Service scheduling
Talent management
ERP systems
Parts administration experience within automotive industry
Auto service management
Maintenance schedule management
Supplier relationship improvement
Team development
Hiring
Key Performance Indicators
Driver's License
Professional development support
Team training
Vendor relationship management
Revenue target achievement
Profit & Loss statement
Schedule creation
CRM system proficiency
Operational excellence initiatives
Productivity software
Business operations

Full Job Description

Company Description

At Mercedes-Benz of Walnut Creek, part of the Sonic Automotive family, you’ll discover the tools, support, and opportunities needed to build and advance your career. With over 100 dealerships nationwide, Sonic Automotive is committed to more than just selling vehicles—we’re dedicated to helping you succeed and investing in your long-term growth. Explore what a rewarding future with Sonic Automotive, Inc, could look like!

Salary: $150,000 to $300,000

Must have luxury or Mercedes-Benz dealership experience - Looking for candidates local to California/SF Bay Area.

Job Description

Summary

The Service Director is responsible for leading and growing the fixed-operations business across one or more Sonic Automotive dealerships. This role oversees Service, Parts and Service Scheduling functions to maximize revenue, profitability, and customer satisfaction while ensuring compliance with OEM and Sonic standards. The role requires hands-on leadership, strong financial and operational acumen, and a customer-first mindset.

Responsibilities:

The Service Director develops and coaches service managers, advisors, and technicians.
Implements operational best practices and KPIs.
Manages vendor and warranty relationships.
Controls costs and parts inventory.
Drives continuous improvement in CSI, throughput, and retention.

Qualifications
7+ years progressive fixed-operations experience in automotive dealerships, including 3+ years in a leadership role (Service Manager/Director)

- Mercedes-Benz, luxury, high volume experience.
Demonstrated success managing Service and Parts P&L, meeting revenue, gross profit, productivity, and cost-control targets.
Strong operational knowledge of shop processes, flat-rate labor, RO management, warranty/OEM repair procedures, and parts inventory optimization.
Proven ability to drive CSI improvement, service lane throughput, retention, and technician/advisor performance through coaching and KPI-driven management.
Experience hiring, developing, and retaining technicians and advisors; strong coaching, succession planning, and team-building skills.
Proficient with dealership DMS/ERP systems, service scheduling tools, CRM, and Microsoft Office; comfortable analyzing data to make operational decisions.
Excellent communication, vendor and OEM relationship management, problem-solving skills, and commitment to Sonic Automotive brand standards and customer-focused service.

Additional Requirements:

Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Ability to successfully complete pre-employment requirements, including background check, motor vehicle record (MVR) review, and drug screening.

Additional Information

Compensation:

$150,000 to $300,000

(The Service Director Position has a Pay Scale consisting of the following elements and ranges. Wages include a base monthly draw per month. The position may also pay commission compensation which is based on the value or amount of revenue and profits achieved from the Service Department from $0.00 (if quotas are not met) without any upper limit other than department performance. The position also may also pay a production bonus based on individual or team performance that may range from $0.00 (if baseline benchmarks are not met) without any fixed upper limit.)

Schedule:

Full Time
Monday through Saturday availability
Sundays off

What We Offer:

Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Company-paid life insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match (Traditional and Roth options)
Generous paid time off and paid parental leave
Ongoing training and professional development to support career growth
A collaborative, performance-driven work environment

Learn more: https://jobs.sonicautomotive.com/benefits

Sonic Automotive is a Fortune 500 leader and one of the largest automotive retailers in the U.S., powering a nationwide network of top-brand dealerships. We’re transforming the car-buying experience with a fast-paced, people-first culture, innovative technology, and a relentless drive to win—for our guests and our teammates.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Quick Apply

Refine Your Search

automotive service manager jobs in california

Service Director - Mercedes-Benz of Walnut Creek

Service Manager - Luxury / Highline Dealer

Service Manager

Associate Service Manager

Service Manager / Fixed Operations Manager

Service Manager

Ford Service Manager

Cruise Partnership Manager - Travel Services

Platform Fixed Operations Director - Luxury / Highline Dealer

Service Manager

Service Manager

FastTrack Manager Training

Human Resources Manager

Automotive Store Manager

Service Manager- Wellness

Automotive Service Center - General Manager

Automotive Service Center - General Manager

Automotive Service Center - General Manager

Equipment Services Manager

Service Drive Manager - Toyota Hayward

I want to receive the latest job alert for automotive service manager in california

Related Searches

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected