Car Wash Attendant

WWL Vehicle Services Americas, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

401(k) company match

Company paid life insurance

Job summary

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is seeking a Car Wash Attendant in Los Angeles to prepare vehicles by washing, cleaning, and inspecting them to meet quality and production standards. This hands-on role suits someone who works well independently, follows instructions, and takes pride in delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll remove stickers and residue, inspect interiors, wash with power washer or automatic car wash, dry thoroughly, perform final detailing, and verify VINs before

Qualifications

• Requires valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Ability to read and understand written work instructions and vehicle information.
• Strong attention to detail to match services to vehicles using VIN.

Responsibilities

• Remove stickers, adhesive residue, protective film lines and debris from vehicles.
• Inspect and clean vehicle interiors.
• Wash vehicles using a power washer or automatic car wash and thoroughly dry each vehicle.
• Complete final detailing and touch-ups to meet quality standards.
• Verify VINs and record completed services for billing.

Skills

Driver's license

Attention to detail

Reading instructions

Independent work

Job description

As our Car Wash Attendant, you will help prepare vehicles by washing, cleaning, and inspecting them to ensure they meet quality and production standards. This is a hands‑on role for someone who works well independently, follows instructions carefully, and takes pride in completing quality work in a fast‑paced environment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Remove stickers, adhesive residue, protective film lines, trash, and other materials from vehicles.

Inspect and clean vehicle interiors.

Wash vehicles using a power washer or automatic car wash, then thoroughly dry each vehicle.

Complete final detailing and touch‑ups to meet quality standards.

Review work instructions and verify vehicle identification numbers (VINs) to ensure the correct services are completed.

Record completed services accurately for billing purposes.

Drive completed vehicles safely to the designated staging area.

Follow safety procedures and work instructions while maintaining productivity, quality, and a positive team environment.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.

Comfortable driving both automatic and manual transmission vehicles.

Capable of reading and understanding written work instructions, reports, and vehicle information.

Strong attention to detail when matching required services to the correct vehicle using the VIN.

Physically able to bend, stoop, twist, lift, stand, walk, and work on your feet for extended periods. And be outdoors most of the time.

Willingness to work required overtime.

Effective communication skills when working with coworkers, supervisors, and management.

About You

You are dependable, self‑motivated, and comfortable working independently with direction from a supervisor. You take pride in completing quality work, following through on assigned tasks, and contributing to a positive team environment.

This position is represented by Teamsters Local 495.

Compensation and benefits are provided in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

Starting pay for this position: $32.07 per hour.

WHEN YOU JOIN US

At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, we prioritize your well‑being. Our industry‑leading benefits and perks are designed to help you thrive in your career and your life outside of work. From affordable healthcare to well‑being, we’ve got you covered.

• Choose from a range of low-cost health insurance options to support your well‑being including medical, dental and vision after 30 days of employment
• Secure your financial future with an industry‑leading company‑matching 401(k) plan
• Company paid life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability
• Explore career development with access to on‑the‑job training
• Access to exclusive discounts on attractions, automotive, travel and more!

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental conditions vary by location, including indoor and outdoor settings. Employees may encounter extreme temperatures, wetness, wind, fumes, dust particles and drafts. Safety is our top priority, and we are dedicated to fostering a safety‑first environment, ensuring all precautions are taken to protect our team in every working condition.

ABOUT US

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is the global leader in integrated vehicle transportation and logistics, supporting our customers across their supply chain, all the way from the factory to the end‑customer. Our ambition is to lead the way in transforming shipping and logistics. We transport and handle cars, tractors, trains, windmills, or even whole factories for some of the most well‑known companies in the world. Our eyes will always be on delivering supreme quality in everything we do, while moving towards zero‑emission logistics. We are powered by nearly 9,500+ people, working on vessels and at ports, at vehicle and equipment processing centers in 28 countries. Together, we are building resilient, connected, data‑driven, decarbonized solutions fit for the future.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

We are a global group of people from diverse backgrounds and lifestyles. Wallenius Wilhelmsen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace where all contributors feel they can bring their best selves every day, learn from each other, and be appreciated. Our journey towards sustainable and integrated logistics compels us to attract people with diverse experiences, skills, and abilities.

At Wallenius Wilhelmsen, our people are fundamental to our success. We believe in the power of bringing people together and value the unique experiences, skills, and perspectives every individual brings. These differences strengthen our ability to support our customers, drive innovation, and succeed as a global organisation. By fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute, we create better outcomes for our people, our customers, and our business.

WHO WE ARE

By joining WalWil, you are not just taking on a role. You are joining a global team of over 9,000 people across 28 countries, where you can play a part in shaping shipping and logistics to be cleaner, smarter, and better for future generations. We believe careers grow through purpose, learning, and collaboration. Here, you will have opportunities to develop your skills, work with experienced colleagues, and contribute to meaningful work that supports customers and communities around the world. If you are motivated to learn, make an impact, and be part of a global team, WalWil could be the place for you. For more than 150 years, Wallenius Wilhelmsen has connected people, businesses, and markets across the world. What began as a mission to move goods and enable trade has evolved into a global shipping and logistics company focused on innovation, operational excellence, and a more sustainable future. But our story is defined as much by our people as by our business. Guided by our values—We Care, We Challenge, and We Commit—we foster a culture where people are empowered to grow, speak up and make a meaningful impact. Behind every achievement is the dedication, expertise, and collaboration of our teams. Across 28 countries, colleagues come together with diverse perspectives and a shared purpose: creating value for our customers, communities, and one another. It is this spirit that makes WalWil not only a leader in our industry, but also a place where people can build rewarding careers and contribute to something bigger than themselves.