Maintenance Tech

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$23.00/hr - $23.00/hr

Do you enjoy a varied work experience each day? Do you like working with your hands, troubleshooting, and solving problems?

As a Maintenance Technician, you will ensure the smooth operation of our 3 Detroit area car washes. Your responsibilities include maintaining car wash equipment, facility equipment (e.g., heaters, doors, etc.), point of sale equipment and completing special projects as needed. Your work will involve:

• 3-phase electrical systems
• 120v electrical systems
• Low voltage electrical systems (data, 24v)
• Plumbing
• Pneumatics
• Hydraulics
• General mechanics
• Welding

You’ll report directly to the Director of Maintenance Operations, who will provide instruction, scheduling, and technical support. You’ll also coordinate with area management, location management, and other maintenance personnel to complete your duties.

Wash experience preferred but not required.

• Accountability:
  We own up to our mistakes and strive to fix them.
• Drive to Excellence:
  We don’t just fix things; we leave them better than we found them.
• Passion to Learn:
  We are obsessed with constant improvement and committed to continuous change.
• Stewardship:
  We take care of our resources and facilities, doing the best with what we have.
• Positive Attitude:
  Positivity is a choice; we are not victims and do not focus on the negative, we fix it.
• Service:
  We care for our customers and coworkers, acting with honesty and empathy, treating others as we want to be treated.

Experience:

• 3+ years in a hands‑on maintenance role (industrial, production, car wash, or similar environment)
• 2+ years with 3‑phase electrical systems
• 1+ year with control wiring
• 1+ year with plumbing, hydraulics, or pneumatics
• 1+ year in mechanical work

Technical

Skills:

• Ability to weld or the willingness to learn
• Ability to operate a cutting torch or the willingness to learn
• Ability to safely operate a box truck up to 26’ and pull a trailer
• Ability to use computers and other electronic devices for work orders, expenses, part ordering & research

Physical Requirements:

• Work in all weather conditions (wet, dry, hot, cold) indoors and outdoors
• Handle heavy equipment, bend, lift, and stand for long periods (with or without reasonable accommodation)
• Work in loud environments and around heavy equipment
• See variations in color
• Work on A‑frame and extension ladders, including roof access
• Work on man lifts up to 28’ high
• Lift over 75 lbs and consistently lift or carry objects of 50 lbs

Soft Skills:

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Communicate effectively with location staff and the maintenance department
• Manage budget, expenses, and inventory
• Act with a sense of urgency and a prepared plan
• Maintain flexibility in scheduling and work order response, adapting to changing priorities

Professional Standards:

• Maintain a professional appearance (natural hair color, trimmed facial hair, no visible tattoos from the neck up or on hands larger than a dime, earrings limited to studs)
• Pass a background and driving history review
• Reliable Transportation
• Valid driver’s license with no restrictions

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to spend up to 5 days in Illinois for training (expenses paid)
• Willingness to work up to 10 scheduled days a year in Illinois for further training or special projects

$22‑$25/hr

40 hours per week, with availability for overtime if needed

Hourly

Typically Monday - Friday. Frequent afternoons/evenings (as projects demand)

REQUIRED, including weekends

• Paid time off
• Health, dental, and 401k
• Free car washes for personal vehicle
• Company email and Google Voice number provided
• Tools provided

3 Detroit area car washes (Taylor, Lincoln Park, Roseville)

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

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