Manager in Training (MIT) – Leadership Development Program
Join Stress-Free's Manager in Training program, a fast-paced leadership development track for high-potential individuals with 0-3 years experience. You'll learn auto repair shop operations, lead teams, and progress to General Manager within two years, with up to $50,000 in student loan forgiveness.
Responsibilities
- Learn and execute all aspects of modern auto repair shop operations
- Lead teams of technicians and service advisors
- Manage scheduling, staffing, and daily workflow
- Deliver world-class customer experience at scale
- Drive sales performance and meet operational KPIs
About the role
Location: Various Program Type: Full-time, multi-year leadership track Career Path: MIT → Assistant GM → General Manager → Senior GM → District Manager Compensation & Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, 401(k) with 4% company match, and up to $50,000 in student loan forgiveness in the first two years About the Program The Manager in Training (MIT) program is a fast-paced pathway designed to develop high-potential leaders into multi-location operators and regional executives.
You’ll learn how to run a modern, tech-forward auto repair shop, lead teams, manage financial performance, and drive operational excellence. High performers can progress quickly into senior roles with significant earning potential.
Career Path Overview Manager in Training → Assistant General Manager (Year 1) Learn core shop operations, leadership fundamentals, scheduling, workflow management, customer experience, and sales execution. Successful MITs advance into the Assistant GM role. Benefit milestone: Eligible for $25,000 student loan forgiveness at the end of Year 1.
Assistant GM → General Manager (Year 2) Begin taking ownership of operations. As a General Manager, you’ll lead a full shop, own P&L performance, manage teams, and drive revenue growth. Top GMs earn $150,000+ annually. Benefit milestone: Earn an additional $25,000 student loan forgiveness at the end of Year 2.
General Manager → Senior GM (Years 3–4) Lead multiple locations, coach Assistant GMs, mentor MITs, and support new shop launches. Operate like an entrepreneur across several high-performing shops. Senior GM → District Manager (Year 5+) Oversee a district of 6+ shops, manage General Managers, build regional strategy, scale teams, and partner directly with the Head of Operations.
Top District Managers earn $300,000+ annually.
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