Car Wash Field Technician

About the Role

LUV Car Wash has grown to nearly 90 locations across six states since launching in September 2021. We're on a mission to become a top car wash company by growing our people, creating and maintaining strong operations, and living a culture of continuous improvement. Our values include getting stuff done, working as a team, doing the right thing, having fun, and—most importantly—LUVing what we do.

Benefits

• Overtime available—more opportunity to grow your paycheck
• 401(k) match—we invest in your future
• Health benefits and HSA
• Vision and dental coverage
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Employee discount program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Responsibilities

• Maintain the mechanical and electrical systems at approximately 5-6 car washes in an assigned region.
• Perform weekly, monthly, and annual scheduled preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical components in car wash systems.
• Troubleshoot faulty equipment and make necessary repairs to restore normal operation, including but not limited to pumps, motors, hydraulics, tunnel equipment, and electrical components of MCC, Controller, and other electrical items.
• Assist the Operations team with facility work such as concrete repair, plumbing, electrical, framing, appliance repair, or ground repair (e.g., saw cutting trenches, installing poly lines underground, fixing signage, or installing canopies).
• Order necessary replacement parts and keep stock of spare parts to reduce car wash downtime.
• Conduct inventory of parts on truck and submit truck inspection reports.
• Work with the Regional Service Manager, Dispatch, and Operations team to ensure proper scheduling of projects and repairs.
• Conduct site inspections to identify or complete preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment such as hydraulic hoses, air compressors, and conveyor chains.
• Install and/or assist with the installation of new car wash components as needed.
• Address and repair emergency breakdowns in a timely manner.
• Adhere to OSHA guidance and safety protocols, including LOTO (Lockout-Tagout) compliance procedures.
• Maintain current competencies applicable to the job position and stay updated on company policies and affairs.

Requirements

• Flexible work hours for emergency repairs.
• Opportunity to work overtime for on-call responses to emergency repairs.
• Ability to consistently work one of the following shifts:
  • Twilight: 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM
  • Sunrise: 4:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Physical Demands

• Regularly lift 25, 50, or 80 pounds.
• Move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• See clearly and respond to dangerous situations.
• Safely climb ladders while carrying 40 pounds or more.
• Work in extreme weather conditions.
• Work in a wet environment and wear PPE correctly throughout the day.