Junior Service Tech

Autowash Companies; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Autowash Companies is seeking a Junior Service Technician to support site uptime by performing site-level repairs, preventive maintenance, and routine diagnostics. You will document work in MaintainX and communicate findings with Operations and warehouse teams.

This role offers growth toward Senior Technician status through mentorship, safety training, and increasingly complex responsibilities across multiple car wash systems.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in maintenance, industrial, or mechanical field.
• Prior car wash experience preferred but not required.
• Mechanical/Electrical aptitude.
• Familiar with wiring, pneumatics, hydraulics, and water systems.
• Reliable, solutions-focused and coachable with a desire to grow into Senior Technician status.

Responsibilities

• Site-Level Repairs: independently resolve low to mid-level service tickets involving pumps, motors, sensors, and basic controls.
• Troubleshooting: use diagnostic tools and software to identify mechanical or electrical issues; escalate when needed.
• Documentation: record service tickets in MaintainX with parts used and resolution notes.
• Training: shadow Senior Technicians and participate in safety and SOP programs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Documentation

Communication

Wiring

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Water systems

Tools

MaintainX

Job description

Description

Junior Service Technicians at Autowash are early-career professionals who have proven they can work independently, troubleshoot common issues, and maintain equipment reliability across our sites. You're no longer a trainee - you're trusted to close out routine service tickets, support site uptime, and represent the service team with professionalism.

This role builds the foundation for growth into Senior Technician status, with continued mentorship and increasingly complex responsibilities over time.

Primary Responsibilities

• Site-Level Repairs
  • Independently resolve low to mid-level service tickets involving pumps, motors, sensors, and basic controls.
  • Perform preventive maintenance and report long-term issues or site trends.
  • Calibrate chemical flow rates and adjust water systems to meet standard performance metrics.
• Problem Solving & Troubleshooting
  • Use diagnostic tools and software to identify mechanical or electrical issues.
  • Communicate directly with Operations staff to understand symptoms and define next steps.
  • Escalate complex issues and assist Senior Technicians with major repairs or installations.
• Documentation & Communication
  • Record service tickets in MaintainX with complete descriptions, parts used, and resolution notes.
  • Track recurring issues and notify management of patterns that may impact uptime.
  • Communicate with warehouse and parts team to ensure accurate tools and inventory.
• Training & Development
  • Continue developing expertise across multiple car wash systems and site types.
  • Shadow Senior Technicians for high-level repairs or system upgrades.
  • Participate in safety, chemical handling, and SOP certification programs.

Requirements

Requirements

• Experience: 1-3 years in a maintenance, industrial, or mechanical field. Prior car wash experience preferred but not required.
• Skills:
  • Mechanical/electrical aptitude
  • Familiar with wiring, pneumatics, hydraulics, and water systems
  • Strong documentation and communication habits
• Certifications: Will complete or already hold Autowash maintenance and chemical safety certifications.
• Attitude: Reliable, solutions-focused, and coachable with a desire to grow into Senior Technician status.