Senior Equipment Technician

About the role

Lead a team of 5 technicians and keep sites running at peak performance through expert troubleshooting, disciplined preventive maintenance, and a proactive mindset that catches problems before they cause downtime. You take pride in doing the job right the first time, every time.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical repairs, replace defective parts, align components, and use hand and power tools with precision and safety.
• Execute preventive maintenance proactively—anticipate failure points before they become outages.
• Apply systematic problem-solving to electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to find better solutions.
• Document work orders, update CMMS logs accurately, and red-line drawings to protect sites after completion.
• Train site staff on proper operation, preventive maintenance, and repair techniques.
• Assist with new site installations and equipment launches for smooth start-up and optimal performance.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies and on-call needs.

Requirements

• 5+ years of car wash equipment experience and knowledge.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic systems hands-on.
• Proactive mindset—surface issues before they escalate and prioritize prevention over reaction.
• Strong documentation habits—close work orders and update logs accurately every time.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools safely and accurately.
• Reliable and responsive—available for on-call and after-hours emergencies.
• Willingness to travel between sites as needed.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience with 3-phase motors, PLCs, VFDs, or relay logic is a plus.
• CMMS background is a plus.
• Ability to weld, fabricate, or dismantle equipment is a plus.

Benefits

• Full comprehensive benefits (Health, Vision, Dental).
• 401(k) with 4% match.
• Paid time off.
• Parental leave (maternity & paternity).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Pet insurance.
• Mental health days.
• On-the-job training and career growth.
• Free car washes.