Service Director Rockwall Ford

Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) is a Fortune 250leader in global automotive retail, operating more than 250 dealerships and collision centers across the United States and United Kingdom. As the 4th largest dealership group in the U.S., Group 1 delivers a fully integrated automotive experience, including vehicle sales, financing, aftersales service, and digital retail solutions. As the automotive industry continues to evolve, Group 1 is investing in the people, technology, and operational excellence needed to shape what comes next. Our work is grounded in a simple belief, that a better experience for customers starts with an exemplary experience for employees.


At Group 1, our commitment is to keep finding smarter ways to serve our customers and support one another. We believe great careers are built in environments where people are trusted, challenged, and given room to grow. If you share our core values of integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork, and respect, you can get more with Group 1. More opportunity. More support. More ways to build a career that moves you forward.

 

• Lead all aspects of the service department, including retail, warranty, and internal operations
• Drive high-volume performance, maximizing RO count, labor hours, and effective labor rate
• Build and expand Commercial Fleet Service operations, including Ford Pro initiatives
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with fleet and commercial clients
• Oversee full utilization of CDK, Xtime, and Ford systems to drive efficiency and accountability
• Own and manage departmental P&L, budgeting, and forecasting
• Deliver top-tier financial performance across customer pay, warranty, and fleet business
• Ensure exceptional customer experience (CSI) and retention
• Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing service teams (advisors, techs, managers)
• Establish a culture of accountability, urgency, and results-driven performance

 

• 3+ years Service Director or Fixed Ops leadership experience in a high-volume dealership
• Ford dealership experience REQUIRED
• Strong experience with:
  • Ford Pro / Commercial Fleet operations
  • CDK (DMS)
  • Xtime platform
• Proven track record of delivering top-tier financial and operational results
• Extensive experience managing large, high-performing teams
• Deep understanding of fixed ops KPIs, technician productivity, and service profitability
• Strong leadership presence with a results-driven mindset

In addition to competitive pay, we offer our associates the following benefits: 

• $300,000 – $400,000+ annual earnings potential
• Performance-based compensation tied to departmental results
• Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)
• Opportunity to lead one of the top-performing Ford service operations in Texas
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match 
• Paid Time-Off 
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan 
• Employee Vehicle Purchase Program 
• Professional work environment with job training, provided equipment, and advancement opportunities 
• Market-leading pay based on experience plus bonuses 
• Structured, self-paced, and paid training opportunities leading to manufacturer and Group 1 recognition  
• Pinnacle Awards Program 

 

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check and/or drug screening.