General Manager

LKQ Corp

Austin, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$90,000–$100,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Automotive Industry, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Business-to-Business (B2B), Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Dental Insurance, Develop and Maintain Customers, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Identify Issues, Laptop PC, Leadership, Life Insurance, Physical Demands, Professional Services, Sales, Strategic Planning, Team Lead/Manager, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Austin, TX
POSTED
26 days ago

Join the LKQ Family! We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the place to be. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career!

As a part of our continued growth, LKQ is looking for a passionate and experienced General Manager to join Elitek Vehicle Services for our Austin and San Antonio market! To be successful in this role, one must have ample experience leading a team, creating and implementing strategies, and business-to-business sales. This position also includes full mechanical knowledge, reprogramming using factory equipment, and a large amount of electrical diagnostics. Air Bag diagnostic knowledge and replacement after vehicles have been in a collision, R/I dash and motors, and R/R front suspension parts and subframes are also required.

Compensation:

$90,000 - $100,000 annually, depending on experience.

Essential Job Duties

  • Hiring, training, and developing new Technicians

  • Provide prompt and professional service to assigned customers.

  • Provide mechanical and diagnostic procedures on most vehicle makes and models.

  • Maintain current knowledge of new systems and techniques in the automotive industry, i.e. airbag systems, radar cruise control,

  • forward collision warning, adaptive headlights, and so forth.

  • Develop and maintain excellent customer relationships through the use of our company Core Values and Brand Promise.

  • Assumes other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • As an area manager, you'll have overall responsibility for technicians in an allocated area.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience

  • 7+ years of automotive repair experience.

  • High School Degree (or GED equivalent).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Read wiring diagrams & diagnose vehicles.

  • Possess and display a strong and healthy work ethic.

  • Strong time management skills and detailed-oriented.

  • Professional appearance and outgoing personality.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment

  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 lbs. Work in a shop environment including heat and loud noise.

Preferred Qualifications:

Proficient use of a variety of automotive service and diagnostic equipment such as Moto Logic & Identifix.

Benefits:

  • No Saturday Work! Working Days are Monday - Friday.

  • Vacation & Paid Holidays

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • $5,000 Tuition Assistance

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance plans

  • Company Paid Basic Life Insurance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan w/ Match

  • Uniforms

  • Company equipped Vehicle, Toll Tag, and Expense card.

  • Provided Laptop, Phone, and internet hotspot.

  • Generic and Manufacturer-specific dealer software and hardware.

  • A variety of service-related mechanical equipment.

Join us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals.

About the Company

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LKQ Corp

Who we are...Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc., based in Exeter, Pennsylvania is the leading distributor and marketer of aftermarket automotive equipment and accessories in North America. During our 40+ year history, we have grown from a single auto parts store to become the largest warehouse distributor in our industry.
Service and Reach... Keystone serves the diverse interests and needs of auto enthusiasts and their installers across North America. Keystone offers the largest assortment of specialty products in the automotive aftermarket industry including 165,000+ unique SKUs from 800+ suppliers.
The company operates 7 warehouses and 47 non-inventory stocking cross-docks in the United States and Canada. The logistics distribution network utilizes over 350 trucks to provide next-day delivery for customers in all 48 continental U.S. States and 9 of the Canadian Provinces, and we ship globally, to customers in over 40 countries.
COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Automotive and Parts Mfg
FOUNDED
1971
WEBSITE
http://www.keystoneautomotive.com/