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Shop Assistant jobs are open across retail, grocery, pharmacy, and specialty stores, from entry-level to senior sales roles, with specializations in customer service, visual merchandising, and inventory management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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We invite you to join us at Take 5!
Take 5 Oil Change is your neighborhood go-to oil change spot. We've been doing this for over 35 years now and we pride ourselves in our friendly technicians, our oil change expertise, and our efficient process that gets you on your way safely and swiftly. All while letting you stay in the comfort of your car or truck while we change your oil.
We're always looking for friendly and energetic team members to join our family. Technicians, managers, and more positions are available across the country. With our Pit Tech to President growth path, Take 5 is where you can invest in yourself while we invest in you. In fact, over 90% of our field leaders are internal promotions!
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Take 5 Oil Change Assistant Shop Manager
At Take 5 Oil Change, leadership happens right on the shop floor. We’re looking for an Assistant Shop Manager who is career-minded, enjoys working with people, takes pride in doing things the right way, and is ready to help lead a fast-paced team.
In this role, you’ll support the Shop Manager with daily operations, team development, and fast, friendly customer experience. You’ll step in as Manager on Duty when needed, helping the team stay focused while keeping the shop safe, efficient, and running smoothly. We provide paid, hands-on training to teach the technical skills and service standards needed to succeed the Take 5 way. Automotive experience is valued, but not required!
The Nuts and Bolts of the Role:
- Complete our Certified Technician training.
- Serve as Manager on Duty when needed by coordinating workflow and helping the team deliver safe, efficient, high-quality service.
- Model fast, friendly customer service, respond to customer needs, and resolve concerns professionally.
- Ensure services are completed accurately and consistently while reinforcing company procedures, safety requirements, and service standards.
- Support shop performance by identifying opportunities for improvement and taking on additional leadership responsibilities when the Shop Manager is unavailable.
- Train new team members, provide real-time coaching and feedback, reinforce expectations, and recognize strong performance.
- Perform all Certified Technician and Lead Technician responsibilities.
- Complete opening and closing procedures.
- Assist with daily inventory counts and adjustments.
- Support shop communication, reporting, and operational follow-up.
- Minimum 6 months’ customer service experience in a fast-paced service environment delivering consistent and exceptional customer service experience for every customer.
- Minimum 6 months’ experience leading, coaching, or mentoring others in a fast-paced environment.
- A commitment to following and maintaining facility and safety control policies and practices.
- Strong communication skills and comfort providing direction, coaching, and feedback to team members.
- Initiative, accountability, and follow-through on responsibilities.
- The ability to remain calm, organized, and solutions-focused during busy periods.
- The ability to meet applicable age and certification requirements, including Inspector Certification when required.
- Reliable transportation to and from your work location.
- Competitive hourly pay plus weekly bonus opportunities.
- Competitive benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and 401(k) with company match for full-time employees.
- Paid time off for full-time employees.
- Paid training and clear career growth paths.
- Opportunities to grow from shop roles into leadership positions through strong performance and consistency.
This is an active, hands-on role in a fast-paced automotive service environment. All crew members must be able to:
- Lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
- Maneuver safely in and out of a shallow 3-foot-deep pit to position yourself under vehicles.
- Walk, stand, bend, stoop, twist, hold, grasp, pull, and turn for extended periods of time.
- Work in hot or cold weather conditions when necessary.
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Who's Hiring
- Take 5 Oil Change169

- Driven Brands78

- IMO Car Wash10

- See's Candies3

- fleurissimo2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in shop assistant jobs.
- Customer service experience in a retail or high-volume service environment
- Familiarity with point-of-sale systems and cash handling procedures
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
- Basic numeracy skills for processing transactions and counting inventory
- High school diploma or equivalent education credential
- Availability to work weekends, evenings, and peak holiday periods
Tips for Your Shop Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to retail keywords
Hiring managers scan for terms like point-of-sale systems, loss prevention awareness, stock replenishment, and upselling. Pull exact phrases from each job listing and weave them into your bullet points so your resume clears automated screening.
Highlight measurable floor contributions
Quantify what you did on the floor: units processed per shift, shrink reduction, or customer satisfaction scores. Retailers respond to proof of output, not just a list of duties you were assigned.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists shop assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target stores during their peak hiring windows
Retail hiring surges before the holiday season, back-to-school periods, and new store openings. Applying during these windows means more vacancies, faster decisions, and a higher chance of landing a full-time role rather than a temporary one.
Prepare scenario answers for common floor situations
Interviewers ask how you handled a difficult customer, a stockroom discrepancy, or a rushed close. Write out two or three real examples from past roles using the situation, action, and result format before your interview.
Negotiate your availability before accepting
Many shop assistant contracts hinge on shift flexibility. Before you accept an offer, clarify weekend expectations, holiday blackout periods, and minimum guaranteed hours so the schedule actually works for you long-term.
Shop Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most shop assistants?
Take 5 Oil Change, Driven Brands, and IMO Car Wash are hiring the most shop assistants right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Florida, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume tends to increase around major retail seasons, so openings at these employers can turn over quickly.
How many shop assistant jobs are remote?
About 0% of shop assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how floor-based the role typically is. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote work are telephone or online customer support roles and some inventory coordination positions that do not require physical store presence.
How do you become a shop assistant?
Start by building basic customer service experience, even through volunteering or informal retail work. Familiarize yourself with common point-of-sale systems and cash handling. Apply to entry-level openings that match your availability, emphasize reliability and communication skills in your application, and be ready to demonstrate product knowledge during the interview.
Can you get hired as a shop assistant with no experience?
Yes, many retailers hire shop assistants with no formal retail background, especially for part-time and seasonal roles. Focus your application on transferable skills like communication, punctuality, and working with the public. Any experience handling cash, managing inventory, or helping customers in any setting, paid or unpaid, strengthens your case considerably.
What does the shop assistant interview process look like?
Most shop assistant interviews involve a short phone or in-store screening followed by a face-to-face conversation with a store manager or supervisor. Expect questions about your availability, how you handle difficult customers, and your familiarity with the product area. Some retailers include a brief practical component, such as a register walkthrough or a mock customer interaction.
Where can I find and apply to shop assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to shop assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your preferred location, hours, and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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