Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Bonus based on performance
- Employee discounts
- Opportunity for advancement
- Vision insurance
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
Looking for people who want to make an impact and a difference in a growing company.
A Plus Automotive was founded in 2019 with a clear vision: to build a profitable business by creating a positive employee experience, so that every team member is passionate about delivering a customer experience that exceeds expectations.
We are seeking a District Manager in Training (DMT) who is ready to grow into a multi-unit leadership role and help drive that vision forward.
Position Overview
This is a hands-on leadership development role. Candidates will be required to learn our POS system, processes, and operations by running a store for 3–6 months. During this time, you will demonstrate your ability to lead a team, deliver results, and develop your replacement.
Promotion to a District Manager role is earned by proving you can successfully operate a location, build a strong team, and consistently deliver performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform all General Manager duties while in trainingÂ
- Ensure all locations:Â
Â- Open on time and operate until scheduled closingÂ
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- Are properly staffed for business needs, including key roles (e.g., inspectors in NC locations)Â
- Monitor and manage daily KPIs, including mid-day (1 PM) performance checks to ensure pacing toward goalsÂ
- Adjust operations as needed to improve performance and control laborÂ
- Send a daily recap email summarizing:Â
Â- Challenges addressedÂ
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- Opportunities identified and action plans createdÂ
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- Wins achievedÂ
- Submit a weekly goal improvement plan
- Act as a leader and motivator, maintaining a high level of energy, positivity, and engagementÂ
- Hold team members accountable:Â
Â- Recognize strong performanceÂ
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- Address missed expectations through coaching and corrective actionÂ
- Handle escalated customer concerns, claims, and warranties over $100Â
- Complete and manage all Personal Action Forms (PAFs) for employee changesÂ
- Recruit, hire, and continuously build a strong talent pipelineÂ
- Manage customer feedback and online reviews, responding professionally and taking action when neededÂ
- Verify payroll accuracy weekly (Thursday):Â
Â- Ensure timecards, breaks, and employee data are correctÂ
- Manage inventory and approve orders within budgetÂ
- Maintain strong communication by responding to emails with professionalism and detailÂ
- Build bench strength through cross-training and succession planningÂ
- Support and promote company initiatives, contests, and incentivesÂ
- Ensure all administrative tasks (payroll, bonuses, new hires, PAFs) are completed by Monday at 8 AMÂ
Expectations
- Work 5 days / 55 hours per week in-store, while remaining engaged and available as neededÂ
- Lead by example and build a team that enjoys their work and takes pride in performanceÂ
- Increase sales, control costs, and drive profitabilityÂ
- Teach, train, coach, and motivate teams to achieve bonusesÂ
- Delegate effectively and follow up to ensure executionÂ
- Deliver consistent performance managementÂ
- Ensure an outstanding customer and employee experienceÂ
Core Strengths
- Strong leadership and conflict resolution skillsÂ
- Ability to listen, coach, and develop othersÂ
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independentlyÂ
- High level of accountability for people, performance, and resultsÂ
- Strong communication and computer skills (Excel, email, text, Zoom)Â
Primary Focus
- Deliver an exceptional employee and customer experienceÂ
- Recruit and staff for growth while maintaining labor controlÂ
- Train and enforce adherence to processes and proceduresÂ
- Prevent and resolve customer issues and damage claimsÂ
- Achieve KPI targets:Â
Â- SalesÂ
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- Customer countÂ
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- Payroll costÂ
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- ProfitabilityÂ
- Maintain a safe work environment for employees and customersÂ
Secondary Focus
- Facility and equipment maintenanceÂ
- Store appearance and curb appealÂ
- Recruiting and hiringÂ
- Fleet account growth and managementÂ
- Completion of online trainingÂ
What Success Looks Like
For the Company:
- Increased profitability and growthÂ
- Lower turnover and stronger leadership retentionÂ
- Increased customer countÂ
For Teammates:
- More promotion opportunitiesÂ
- Performance-based raises and bonusesÂ
- Job stability and career growthÂ
For Customers:
- Consistent, high-quality serviceÂ
- Trust that A Plus Automotive will always do the right thingÂ
When Expectations Are Not Met
For the Company:
- Lost business and declining performanceÂ
- Increased turnover and poor moraleÂ
For Teammates:
- Fewer growth and earning opportunitiesÂ
- Less enjoyable work environmentÂ
For Customers:
- Reduced trust and satisfactionÂ
- Longer wait times and inconsistent serviceÂ
Career Growth Opportunity
This role is designed for individuals who want more than just a job—you want to make an impact, develop people, and grow a business.
Advancement to District Manager requires:
- Successfully running a store during trainingÂ
- Training and developing a capable replacementÂ
- Demonstrating strong leadership and consistent resultsÂ
If you’re ready to take ownership, lead from the front, and build something meaningful, we want to hear from you.
Let’s talk about the SpeeDee Service Difference:
- Local Ownership
Most SpeeDee stores are locally owned. They’re run by families who service the automotive needs of other families in their communities. - Quality Service
SpeeDee was built on a solid commitment to customer service. - Training and Certification
SpeeDee owners hire ASE-certified technicians for tune-ups, mechanical work and other repairs. Advanced training is available through the SpeeDee Performance Certified program. - Multi-Point Courtesy Check and Service Review
Every time you bring your vehicle in for a 17-Point Oil Change, we’ll also give you a multi-point courtesy check and a service presentation as an added bonus. - Free Top-Off Service
To help keep your car running smoothly and safely, SpeeDee offers a free top-off service for the 3 months or 3,000 miles following any SpeeDee oil change or tune-up service. - Maintenance Records
If you’re not sure which services you need or which services you’ve already completed, don’t worry. We’ll keep track of your SpeeDee maintenance history and manufacturer’s recommended service schedule. - Affordable Rates
Looking for an alternative to your dealership? Compare their prices to ours, and you may find that SpeeDee can perform the services you need at a lower cost. - You Decide
It’s our policy to provide you with the information you need to make a decision without pressure or overselling. Visit your local SpeeDee today – no appointment necessary!
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