Automotive Service Professionals - Technicians, ASM, Managers

Southern Auto Group

  • Newport News, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • $50,000–$150,000 Per Year

Highlights

To lead our industry by delivering quality products and services that create a competitive advantage, driving growth in sales, profitability, and long-term success. Our Service Department is growing, and we're looking for motivated people to join a team that takes pride in quality work and great customer care.

Numbers & Facts

LocationNewport News, VA
Salary$50,000–$150,000 Per Year

Description

Job Description

Now Hiring: Join Our Service Team

Are you a skilled automotive professional who wants to work somewhere your work is valued? Our Service Department is growing, and we're looking for motivated people to join a team that takes pride in quality work and great customer care.

Open positions

  • Service Manager
  • Automotive Technicians (Entry-Level, Lube/Express, and Master/Certified)
  • Service Advisors
  • Shop Foreman / Team Lead

 

What we're looking for

  • A positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to doing the job right
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record
  • Ability to pass a background check and drug screen

 

Service Manager: We need a proven leader to run day-to-day service operations and grow the department. You'll be responsible for:

  • Managing and developing advisors, technicians, and support staff
  • Driving gross profit, labor sales, and customer satisfaction (CSI) results
  • Overseeing workflow, scheduling, warranty administration, and shop efficiency
  • Building customer retention and handling escalated customer concerns

 

Applicants should have 3+ years of service management or assistant manager experience, preferably at a dealership. You should be comfortable reading financial statements and DMS reports ([CDK / Reynolds / Dealertrack / other]). Manufacturer training or certification is a plus.

Technicians: Diagnostic and repair experience preferred. ASE and/or manufacturer certifications are a plus. You'll need your own basic tools.

Service Advisors: Customer service or automotive sales experience preferred. You should be organized, comfortable with computers, and able to explain repairs clearly to customers.

Porters: Reliable, punctual, and comfortable driving all types of vehicles.

 

 

Company Description

The year was 1979 when the Southern Auto Group opened its first location in the Hampton Roads area. Today, this massive conglomerate has grown into 16 core dealerships located in Chesapeake, Newport News, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach.  There are 15 new car brands that include: Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram Trucks, FIAT, Alfa Romeo, Chevrolet, Ford, Buick, GMC, Kia, Volkswagen, Nissan, Hyundai, and Acura. Plus, state-of-the-art Collision Centers, a Pre-owned Car and Truck Liquidation Outlet, and over 700 employees on its payroll.
 

Our dealerships are always looking for qualified candidates to fill a variety of positions. In addition to the vast opportunities we have available, you will find that management encourages and promotes advancement opportunities within each dealership.  Our Mission Statement is as follows:

Mission Statement:

At Southern Auto Group, our mission is:

  • To recognize and fulfill the unique needs of every customer, consistently going above and beyond expectations.
  • To provide our employees with the training, resources, and support necessary for personal and professional growth.
  • To uphold the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and ethical behavior in all interactions—with customers, employees, suppliers, and the community.
  • To lead our industry by delivering quality products and services that create a competitive advantage, driving growth in sales, profitability, and long-term success.

We are committed to hiring and retaining the very best employees in a supportive and positive workplace. The foundation of our culture is low employee turnover, career development, and increasing opportunities for responsibility and compensation. Guided by these principles, we foster an environment where every team member can thrive, contribute, and grow alongside the organization.

Take advantage of this opportunity to work for one of the Largest Auto Groups in Hampton Roads!

Discover more about our organization at DrivingSouthern.com. Or check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/SouthernAutoGroup.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

Benefits

  • FREE WELLNESS PLAN
  • Health Insurance
  • Health Gap Insurance
  • TeleMedicine/TeleHealth
  • HSA (Health Savings Account)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Disability Insurance (Short Term and Long Term)
  • Supplemental Insurance
  • Term Life Insurance with AD&D
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • 401K Retirement Plan Offered by John Hancock
  • Identity and Fraud Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Vacation Pay
  • Birthday Pay

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