Service Shop Foreman

Location: Oakes GMC Kansas City MO
Schedule: Full-Time
Compensation: $72000 - $140000 annually

The Shop Foreman is a working leader responsible for overseeing the daily workflow of the service department while continuing to perform advanced diagnostics and repairs. This role partners closely with the Service Manager to dispatch work mentor technicians improve shop efficiency and ensure every repair meets the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction. Established in 2010 Oakes Auto Group is family-owned and locally operated with a culture built around stability growth and long-term career development.

• Competitive pay based on experience

• Health dental and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off paid holidays

• Employee discounts

• Career growth across multiple stores

• Locally owned and operated

• Tuition reimbursement

• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities
  
  

• Oversee the daily workflow of the service shop.

• Dispatch repair orders to technicians based on workload and skill level.

• Perform advanced diagnostics and complex vehicle repairs.

• Train mentor and support service technicians.

• Assist the Service Manager with daily shop operations.

• Ensure repairs meet manufacturer and dealership quality standards.

• Promote a safe organized and productive work environment.

• Work with Service Advisors to keep repairs moving efficiently and customers informed.

• Help improve technician productivity and overall shop performance.

• Support a positive team-focused culture throughout the service department.
  
  

Were looking for an experienced automotive leader who thrives in a fast-paced service environment and enjoys helping others succeed. The ideal candidate combines advanced technical expertise with strong leadership skills communicates effectively and is committed to delivering high-quality repairs while developing the technicians around them.

• Youre a natural leader who enjoys mentoring and developing technicians.

• You have advanced diagnostic skills and enjoy solving complex vehicle concerns.

• You stay organized and keep the shop operating efficiently under pressure.

• You communicate well with technicians advisors managers and customers.

• You take pride in quality workmanship and doing the job right the first time.

• You lead by example through professionalism accountability and teamwork.

• Youre committed to continuous learning and helping create an outstanding customer experience.

• Valid drivers license with a clean or acceptable driving record.

• Ability to pass a standard background check.

• Strong reliability and consistent attendance.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced customer-focused environment.

• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn dealership and manufacturer systems.

• Master OEM Technician certification

• Current ASE certifications preferred.

• Minimum of five years of experience as a senior or master automotive technician.

• Previous leadership mentoring or shop management experience is preferred.

• Ability to diagnose and repair complex automotive systems.

Oakes Auto Group is a locally owned and rapidly growing dealership group serving the Kansas City metro. We take pride in creating a workplace that feels supportive grounded and people-first. Our teams across North Kansas City Olathe and Kansas City operate with a shared focus on teamwork personal growth and doing right by our customers and our community.

We invest heavily in training development and internal promotion because we want our people to build long-term careers here not just hold short-term jobs. Our stores value open communication accountability and a winning attitude and we genuinely celebrate our employees successes and milestones.

Beyond the walls of our dealerships we stay active in the community through local partnerships volunteer opportunities charity drives and events that bring people together. Were proud to represent a brand that is known for its culture its commitment to service and its belief that great people create great experiences.

If youre looking for a workplace where you can grow feel supported and make an impact Oakes Auto Group is a place where you can build your career.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.