General Manager

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:
Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 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.