Car Wash Operations Manager

Coastal Elite Pro; Washington (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Elite Pro is seeking a Car Wash Manager to oversee daily operations at a branded car wash location. You will lead hands-on staff, ensure fast, friendly service, and maintain a spotless, well-run facility.

Responsibilities include recruiting, training, coaching, enforcing safety and compliance, managing inventory and deposits, monitoring equipment, and meeting performance goals while delivering excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and train a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong customer service focus with attention to cleanliness and detail.
• Comfort with monitoring equipment and coordinating maintenance.
• Strong organizational, recordkeeping, and inventory skills.
• Knowledge of safety and compliance practices.
• Reliable, hands-on management style with accountability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a branded car wash location and ensure quality service.
• Recruit, train, and coach team members; monitor performance and address issues.
• Monitor wash equipment, coordinate basic troubleshooting, and arrange service calls.
• Enforce safety, sanitation, and operational compliance standards.
• Track sales performance, manage deposits, and maintain records.
• Control chemical and supply inventory to ensure stock levels.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Staff training

Operations coordination

Inventory management

Safety compliance

Job description

Car Wash Manager

Oversee daily operations of a branded car wash location in a hands‑on leadership role. Manage and develop staff to deliver fast, friendly service while maintaining a spotless, well‑run facility.

Key duties

• Lead daily operations, ensuring quality service and clean, safe conditions
• Recruit, train, and coach team members; monitor performance and address issues
• Monitor wash equipment, coordinate basic troubleshooting, and arrange service calls as needed
• Enforce safety, sanitation, and operational compliance standards
• Track sales performance, manage deposits, and maintain accurate records
• Control chemical and supply inventory to ensure appropriate stock levels
• Meet performance goals and uphold customer service standards

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven ability to lead and train a team in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong customer service focus and attention to cleanliness and detail
• Comfort with basic equipment monitoring and coordinating maintenance
• Strong organizational, recordkeeping, and inventory management skills
• Knowledge of safety and compliance practices
• Reliable, hands‑on management style with accountability