Join The Team
Zakira’s Garage is different from most other shops. First, we work on all sorts of vehicles, from all decades, all the time. For example, in just one year we serviced a 1912 Ford Model T and a 2009 Bentley Arnage T – as well as everything in between. We’re often asked to work on very low production or high value vehicles. We consider ourselves very lucky to have a vehicular cornucopia passing through the shop every year. The variety of vehicles in the shop at any one time can be mindboggling.
That said, while such variety is awesome, it definitely brings significant challenges. Feel free to peruse our Some Key Facts About Old Cars page. Each and every of the dozen points is true. Servicing older vehicles is very much not like servicing a newer vehicle!
Second, while we work very hard at repairing, modifying and restoring vehicles, we also pride ourselves on providing a great customer experience. Our customers are not run of the mill customers. Their vehicles are not run of the mill vehicles. These are not daily drivers. And our customers tend to have a much closer bond with their vehicles than most vehicle owners. This demands a different approach to our market. Our customers have a right to expect our team to have a similar passion for vehicles as they have. Many have a strong emotional bond with their pride and joy. Many have more than a passing knowledge of how their vehicles work and some even become part of the advisory team working on their favorite pastime.
All of this adds up to a unique shop with a unique customer base, unique vehicles and an equally unique team in the shop. We’re always looking for skilled, motivated and talented individuals to join our team. Our team receives excellent benefits such as health insurance, a 401(k) match plan, paid time off (PTO), a Health Savings Account (HSA) and employee discounts.
If you think you have the passion to do our kind of work with precision, enjoy challenges and teamwork as well as a strong focus on customer service, Zakira’s Garage may be a great place for you. Take a look at the positions listed below and email us at hr@zakiras.com
JOB POSTING(S)
SERVICE DIRECTOR (Full Time)
We are currently seeking a full-time Service Director to join our team. The successful candidate will serve as the primary liaison between customers and our shop—ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and an exceptional customer experience.
The ideal applicant will be organized, efficient, a clear communicator and deeply passionate about cars. A strong focus on customer service is essential, along with an understanding of automotive systems and the ability to work with a team of highly skilled technicians.
Our shop works on an extremely broad spectrum of cars, from modern SUVs and daily drivers to exotics, Ford Model Ts and air-cooled Porsches. This makes Zakira’s Garage a unique environment—one that blends professionalism with passion, technical knowledge with storytelling, and precision with customer connection.
Job Responsibilities
Service Advisor Tasks
- Oversee daily operations of the shop
- Service writing and estimate preparation
- Schedule and manage workflow for technicians
- Maintain strong customer communication and satisfaction
- Delegate jobs to technicians based on skill sets and specialties
Managerial Tasks
- Monitor daily cash flow and generate reports
- Collaborate with leadership on overall business health
- Increase profitability and optimize workflow efficiency
- Assist in staff management and development
Brand Representation
- Represent Zakira’s Garage at local and regional events
- Attend car shows, Cars & Coffee, concours events, etc. (some Saturdays required)
- Network within the local collector and enthusiast community
Required Skills / Qualifications
- 5+ years of service advising experience (required)
- Strong communication and conflict resolution skills
- Technical knowledge and understanding of automotive systems
- Proven ability to manage and prioritize competing tasks and deadlines
- Strong attention to detail, organization and time management
- Business acumen with budgeting and operations insight
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Self-motivated with strong leadership qualities
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience as an automotive technician
- Familiarity with automotive shop software
- Auto hobbyist or enthusiast background
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Additional Information
- Job Type: Full-time, in-person
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8am-5pm, some Saturdays
- Compensation: Based on experience
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Health insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Employee discounts
If you're someone who thrives in a hands-on, detail-driven, and customer-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Originally establishing itself as the premier vintage vehicle repair shop in the Tristate region, Zakira’s Garage now brings to bear its over 30 years of experience to vehicles old and new, weekend warriors and daily drivers alike. Not only is our modern 20,000sf facility able to repair and maintain most vehicles, but our technicians are also well-versed in performance and comfort modifications.
Zakira’s is run by auto enthusiasts, very active in community car events such as the Ault Park Concours d’Elegance, the Bellefontaine Hill Climb Revival, Cars ‘n Coffee events and our well-attended Open House events.
TECHNICIAN (Full Time)
Zakira’s Garage, a classic and enthusiast vehicle restoration, modification and repair facility, seeks an Automotive Technician with broad experience vehicle repair and comfortable working on pre-1975 vehicles. This full-time position requires excellent diagnostic skills along with creative problem solving. The technician will encounter unusual and unique situations daily while working on vintage and often rare/unique vehicles. Zakira’s is often employed to service very low production or high value vehicles.
The technician may be called on to work on the carburetor on a 1920’s vehicle Monday, service a brake system on a muscle car Tuesday, and start an engine swap on a totally different vehicle Wednesday. The successful candidate must be adaptable and hungry to learn something new every day, as he or she is likely to be working on something new every day. This is not a regular service shop environment.