Car Wash Field Technician at LUV Car Wash
Job Description
Description
LUV Car Wash was founded in Sept of 2021, and we have rapidly grown to over 80+ locations in 6 states, including CA, NV, FL, GA, PA, and NJ. We are looking to add a Maintenance Technician to our growing team to help us continue our mission to become the best car wash in the industry.
Benefits:
401K match Health Benefits/HSA Vision Dental Life insurance Vacation Sick Time Employee Discount Program Pet Insurance Discount EAP
General Summary of Duties:
The Maintenance Technician will maintain the mechanical and electrical car wash equipment in an assigned region. Our Maintenance Technician will perform general preventive maintenance on all car wash components, repair, troubleshoot faulty equipment, facility repair and document site visits per LUV Car Wash policy.
Reports to: Regional Service Manager
FLSA Status: Non- Exempt
- Physical Demands:
- Lift 25/50/80 pounds regularly.
- 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.
- Work in a wet environment and wear PPE correctly throughout the day.
Essential Functions:
- Maintain the mechanical and electrical systems at approximately 5-6 car washes in an assigned region.
- Perform occasional weekly, monthly, and annual scheduled preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical components in car wash systems.
- Troubleshoot faulty equipment and make necessary repairs to normal operation, including but not limited to pumps, motors, hydraulics, tunnel equipment and electrical components of MCC, Controller and other electrical items.
- Help Operations team with select facility work such as concrete, plumbing, electrical, framing, appliance or ground repair. (E.g. saw cutting trench, install poly lines underground, fix signage, or install canopies)
- Occasionally Order necessary replacement parts and keep stock of necessary spare parts on hand to reduce Carwash downtime.
- Conduct Inventory of parts on truck and submit truck inspection report.
- Work with Regional Service Manager, Dispatch and Operations team to ensure proper scheduling of projects/repairs.
- Conduct site inspections to find or complete preventative maintenance/repairs on equipment such as hydraulic hose, air compressors, and conveyor chains.
- Install and/or assist with installation of new carwash components as needed.
- Address and repair emergency breakdowns in a timely manner.
- Adhere to OSHA guidance and safety protocols.
- LOTO compliance procedures.
Job holder must demonstrate current competencies applicable to the job position. Every employee is required to remain updated on company policies and affairs through appropriate sources, such as the internal employee website.
Requirements:
- Flexible work hours in case of emergency repairs.
- Opportunity to work overtime for on-call responses to emergency repair.
- If Twilight, the ability to consistently work 4pm to 1am.
- If Sunrise, the ability to consistently work 4am to 1pm.
Education:
HS Diploma / GED
Experience:
3+ years of carwash/distribution center equipment repair and maintenance.
3+ years of electrical and control wiring experience.
Requirements:
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
Self-starter and able to work independently or in a team environment.
Time management skills to be able to meet deadlines.
Strong understanding of Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) protocols.
Compensation details: 26-30 Hourly Wage
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