Are you an “A” Tech with a master's level of knowledge, expertise and diagnostics in auto repair?

Are you tired of working full-time on cars and would like to help other technicians reach their full potential and your level of knowledge?

Here at New Canaan Foreign Car, we care for our employees as much as our customers. We are committed to helping you GROW!

We are recruiting for a Shop Foreman to lead our team of technicians. If you are hardworking, eager to learn, passionate, dedicated, and open to growth, please apply!

The Shop Foreman oversees and runs the production department, ensures the techs are doing their jobs properly and efficiently, and helps them as needed, resulting in a high volume of correctly diagnosed and promptly repaired vehicles.

The Shop Foreman provides various forms of ongoing training to his technicians to improve their job skills and career opportunities. The Shop Foreman ensures that policies and procedures are followed properly, including Quality Control. The Shop Foreman reduces comebacks to improve customer satisfaction.

Location: New Canaan, CT. 06840

Salary: $80,000 + Production Bonus

Responsibilities:

- Oversee daily operations of the repair shop

- Supervise and manage a team of four technicians

- Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback

- Maintain a safe and organized work environment

- Coordinate with Service Team to ensure satisfaction with repairs

- Help Service Manager schedule and prioritize repair jobs efficiently

- Implement and enforce shop policies and procedures

- Provide ongoing training in-person and manage AVI online training program

Requirements:

- Excellent computer diagnostic skills for European cars

- Proven experience as a repair shop foreman or similar role

- Strong leadership and organizational skills

- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure

- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

- Knowledge of automotive repair processes and techniques

- A valid driver's license and a good driving record.

- Consistent attendance (low absenteeism)

- Technicians with 10 or more years of experience with European cars are encouraged to apply.

Benefits:

- Family owned since 1964. We are not going anywhere

- Competitive salary with potential for bonuses based on production

- Health insurance

- Paid time off and holidays

- Ongoing training and career development opportunities

- 5 Day work week (NO WEEKENDS)

- Work on your own and your family cars

- Parts can be purchased at 10% above cost

- Most fluids for your personal car are free

- Year-around aggressive marketing strategy that keeps us busy

- Professional co-workers who are motivated team players

- One of the most respected shops in the area

- Well equipped shop with up-to-date tools

- Very well-organized shop flow system

- Great location in town next to the train station

Benefit Conditions:

- Waiting period applies

- Only full-time employees eligible