General Manager

Posted:
7/29/2025, 12:45:34 AM

Location(s):
New Mexico, United States ⋅ Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support

Join the LKQ Family! We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the place to be. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career!

As a part of our continued growth, LKQ is looking for a passionate and experienced General Manager to join Elitek Vehicle Services! To be successful in this role, one must have ample experience leading a team, creating and implementing strategies, and business-to-business sales. This position also includes full mechanical knowledge, reprogramming using factory equipment, and a large amount of electrical diagnostics. Air Bag diagnostic knowledge and replacement after vehicles have been in a collision, R/I dash and motors, and R/R front suspension parts and subframes are also required.

Compensation
$70,000 - $80,000 annually, depending on experience.
plus Bonus

Essential Job Duties

  • Hiring, training, and developing new Technicians

  • Provide prompt and professional service to assigned customers.

  • Provide mechanical and diagnostic procedures on most vehicle makes and models.

  • Maintain current knowledge of new systems and techniques in the automotive industry, i.e. airbag systems, radar cruise control,

  • forward collision warning, adaptive headlights, and so forth.

  • Develop and maintain excellent customer relationships through the use of our company Core Values and Brand Promise.

  • Assumes other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • As an area manager, you'll have overall responsibility for technicians in an allocated area.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience

  • 7+ years of automotive repair experience.

  • High School Degree (or GED equivalent).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Read wiring diagrams & diagnose vehicles.

  • Possess and display a strong and healthy work ethic.

  • Strong time management skills and detailed-oriented.

  • Professional appearance and outgoing personality.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment  

  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 lbs. Work in a shop environment including heat and loud noise.

Preferred Qualifications:

Proficient use of a variety of automotive service and diagnostic equipment such as Moto Logic & Identifix.

Benefits:

  • No Saturday Work! Working Days are Monday - Friday.

  • Vacation & Paid Holidays

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • $5,000 Tuition Assistance

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance plans

  • Company Paid Basic Life Insurance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan w/ Match

  • Uniforms

  • Company equipped Vehicle, Toll Tag, and Expense card.

  • Provided Laptop, Phone, and internet hotspot.

  • Generic and Manufacturer-specific dealer software and hardware.

  • A variety of service-related mechanical equipment.

Join us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals.