Vehicle Operations Manager Jobs in Mankato, MN (NOW HIRING)

If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this opportunity with LeadCar Toyota Mankato could be right for you! At LeadCar Toyota Mankato, our goal is to provide quality products and services with honesty, integrity, and absolute commitment to our customers' total satisfaction. Located in Mankato, Minnesota, our experienced teams are trained to stay current on our products and make our customer's goals a priority. We are seeking applicants who share the same values and are interested in a career opportunity with our company. Apply today! 

Earnings Potential: 

The wage range for this role is $50,000.00 to $85,000.00 annual. This is just one part of our total rewards package which additionally includes performance bonuses for eligible roles, commissions, and competitive benefits. 

Responsibilities:

• Follows the leadership of the Fixed Operations Manager.
• Demonstrates courteous behavior to fellow employees and customers and conducts themselves in a professional manner.
• Completes successfully all training and instruction required to maintain certifications established by the Company and our manufacturer.
• Keeps workspace clean and free from hazardous conditions.
• Informs immediate supervisors of any safety or improper conduct that you may observe.
• Adheres to the policies and procedures of the Employee Handbook.
• Refrains at all times from overselling or using high pressure sales and never sells unneeded repairs.
• Handles telephone inquiries regarding appointments and work in process.
• Maintains high customer satisfaction standards.
• Schedules service appointments. Obtains customer and vehicle data prior to arrival when possible.
• Takes time with customers to understand their concerns, displays empathy and understanding and always acts in a polite manner.
• Generates repair orders with all fields filled out including both your signature as well as the customer’s signature. Includes e-mails on all repair orders.
• Documents all work sold and has the Director of Fixed Operations authorize any additional work added as well as other labor hours.
• Reviews technicians notes verifying the 3 C’s (Concern, Cause, Correction) have been addressed.
• Completes repair orders when the job is completed and filed.
• Refers to service history, inspects vehicle, and recommends additional needed service.
• Establishes customer's method of payment. Obtains credit approval, if necessary.
• Notifies dispatcher of incoming work.
• Reviews the diagnosis and recommendations with the technician to fully understand. Provides a complete and accurate written cost estimate for labor and parts. Addresses the customer’s original concern first at all times.
• Checks on progress of repair throughout the day. Keeps the customer informed when more time is needed or more repairs are needed. Calls when repairs are completed, reviews the repair order with the customer and gives them store hours for pick up.
• Aids the customer in picking up their vehicle when completed by once again reviewing the completed repair order with them so they are able to understand how their money has been spent. Cashes customers out (cash, check or credit card). Asks for a completely satisfied survey from warranty customers.
• Ensures that vehicles are parked in assigned areas. Makes sure they are locked and all keys are marked and put away correctly.
• Keeps service department forms, menus and pricing guides up-to-date.

Qualifications:

• Dealership experience preferred.
• Must have a strong customer service background.
• Must be able to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment.
• Must be self-motivated, friendly and organized.
• Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Must be able to communicate well with others and follow directions.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.

What we offer:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Benefit Insurance, including Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance and more!
• 401(K) Retirement Plan + Employer Discretionary Match
• Paid Time Off - 48 hours (6 days) on Date of Hire + up to 3 additional days during your first year of hire, dependent on the calendar quarter in which you are hired. 
• 6 Paid Holidays per year
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Program
• Continued training through the Company and our manufacturer 

We are an equal opportunity employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation/modification for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability to assist in the hiring process, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources by calling 608-824-1300 or by emailing hr@leadcar.com.