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Lead Service Advisor / Shop Operations ManagerCar Connection Raleigh • Raleigh, NC, US
Lead Service Advisor / Shop Operations Manager

Lead Service Advisor / Shop Operations Manager

Car Connection Raleigh • Raleigh, NC, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Car Connection Raleigh is seeking an experienced Lead Service Advisor / Shop Operations Manager with strong automotive technician experience . This role is designed for someone who can take over the mechanical side of the business — managing workflow, diagnosing vehicles, supporting mechanics, writing estimates, and ensuring smooth daily operations.

You will oversee the entire service department, including customer vehicles and dealership inventory reconditioning. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands both repair work and shop management.

Responsibilities

Shop Management & Workflow

  • Manage daily workload for all mechanics
  • Assign jobs, track progress, and ensure repairs are completed on schedule
  • Maintain a live log of all open jobs, invoices, parts orders, and completed work
  • Schedule repairs, follow-ups, and inspections
  • Oversee reconditioning of newly purchased cars and prepare them for front-line retail

Customer & Advisor Duties

  • Write estimates and repair orders
  • Quote jobs accurately and clearly explain repair needs
  • Sell recommended services and follow up on pending work
  • Communicate with customers professionally and provide regular updates
  • Schedule appointments and coordinate drop-offs / pickups
  • Technical & Diagnostic Work

  • Perform diagnostics on incoming vehicles
  • Road test vehicles to verify concerns
  • Assist mechanics with troubleshooting when needed
  • Perform NC State Safety & Emissions inspections (preferred or willing to obtain)
  • Quality check completed repairs
  • Parts & Inventory

  • Order parts quickly and accurately
  • Track parts flow : ordered, received, returns, cores
  • Manage vendor relationships and pricing
  • Keep shop supplies stocked and organized
  • Dealership Support (Recon & Frontline Readiness)

  • Inspect newly acquired inventory
  • Write reconditioning plans and estimates
  • Prioritize safety and mechanical repairs
  • Ensure each car is fully repaired, detailed, and ready for the lot
  • Requirements

  • Automotive technician experience (required)
  • Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting background
  • Ability to write estimates and understand labor / parts pricing
  • Experience ordering parts and communicating with vendors
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Professional, reliable, and good with customers
  • NC State Inspector license preferred (or willing to obtain)
  • Preferred Skills

  • Previous Service Advisor, Shop Foreman, or Shop Manager experience
  • Used-car dealership experience
  • Reconditioning workflow knowledge
  • Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
  • Comfortable with shop management software
  • Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Employee vehicle purchase discounts
  • Strong growth potential into full shop manager / lead role
  • Company Description

    Car Connection Raleigh is a fast-growing used car dealership and full-service repair facility. We focus on high-quality repairs, efficient workflow, and strong customer satisfaction. We are growing quickly and looking for the right person to help lead the service department.

    Company Description

    Car Connection Raleigh is a fast-growing used car dealership and full-service repair facility. We focus on high-quality repairs, efficient workflow, and strong customer satisfaction. We are growing quickly and looking for the right person to help lead the service department.

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