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! 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.Candidates can be located in the greater Seattle, WA, area or the greater Portland, OR, area.
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.

Compensation:
$90,000 - $115,000 annually depending on experience. Plus Bonus.
Join us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals.