Maintenance Tech - Modesto, CA

Mister Car Wash; Modesto, Merced (CA, CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Monthly phone stipend

Generous PTO

Overtime potential

Job summary

Mister Car Wash, Inc. is hiring a Maintenance Technician I to keep our car wash equipment running safely and efficiently across multiple locations in the Modesto area. You will perform installation, preventive maintenance, and repairs, while diagnosing electrical and control wiring issues.

You will travel between locations in a company vehicle, respond to urgent repairs, and help drive uptime with strong problem‑solving and teamwork. Prior maintenance experience is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in industrial or production maintenance (breakdown experience preferred).
• Experience with electrical systems, including 3-phase high‑voltage and low‑voltage systems, control wiring, and powered equipment.
• Proficiency in multiple areas (electrical, mechanical, hydraulics, welding, pneumatics, plumbing) and strong troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, preventive maintenance, and repairs on industrial car wash equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems and control wiring, including 3‑phase power.
• Travel across the market in a company vehicle to maintain sites and respond to urgent repairs.
• Minimize downtime by quickly addressing breakdowns and equipment failures.
• Collaborate with regional teams on new installations and tech rollouts.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical systems

Mechanical skills

Troubleshooting

Welding

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Plumbing

Driver's license

Job description

Mister Car Wash is rewriting the rules of the car wash industry. We are an industry leader and the world’s largest and fastest growing car wash company, operating over 500 car washes in 21 states!

We wash cars for the fun of it. We put our people first. We help turn jobs into careers.

Schedule: Sunday through Thursday, 1:30 PM to 10:00 PM. Flexibility in hours may be required based on business needs.

Training: This position will begin with a 1–3 month training period, Monday through Friday, from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Once training is completed, you’ll transition to supporting locations throughout Modesto, Manteca, Ripon, Tracy, Lathrop, Antioch, and Stockton. A company vehicle will be provided for travel between locations.

From Technician to Trusted Expert - Start Here

Mister Car Wash isn’t just keeping up with a fast-growing industry—we’re leading it. As the nation’s largest and fastest‑expanding car wash brand, we’re transforming car care from the ground up. Behind every great wash is a team of skilled technicians, cutting‑edge equipment, and a culture built on teamwork, ownership, development, and pride. We care about doing things right, we work hard, and we have fun along the way.

As a Maintenance Technician I, you’ll be part of a tight-knit team that relies on your expertise to keep our sites running safely and efficiently. You’ll grow your skills, take ownership of your craft, and help deliver an experience our customers can be proud of.

Jump into a hands‑on role where no two days are the same. As a Maintenance Technician I, you’ll:

• Apply your electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, plumbing, pneumatic, and troubleshooting skills to keep equipment performing at its best
• Perform installation, preventative maintenance, and repairs on industrial car wash equipment
• Diagnose and repair low- and high-voltage electrical systems, including control wiring and 3‑phase power
• Travel across your market, in your company provided vehicle, to complete scheduled maintenance and respond to urgent repairs
• Minimize downtime by responding quickly to breakdowns and equipment failures
• Partner with regional teams on new equipment installations and technology rollouts
• Build strong relationships with teammates who count on your technical expertise
• Take pride in maintaining safe, efficient, and fully operational locations that reflect our commitment to excellence
• Take advantage of travel opportunities that expose you to new equipment, emerging technology, and best practices across multiple locations—accelerating your technical growth and industry knowledge

You’re driven, hands‑on, and ready to be part of a team that gets things done. Ideally, you have:

• 2+ years of experience in industrial or production maintenance (breakdown experience preferred)
• Electrical experience, including exposure to:
  • 3-phase high-voltage systems
  • Low-voltage systems
  • AC/DC electrical systems
  • Control wiring and powered equipment
  • VFD and PLC troubleshooting (preferred)
• Solid skills in at least four of the following areas:
  • Electrical
  • Mechanical
  • Hydraulics
  • Welding
  • Pneumatics
  • Plumbing
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to multitask and respond quickly in fast‑paced environments
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and on‑call hours
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Physical capability to perform the job (lift up to 75 lbs., bend, crawl, and climb ladders)
• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (required upon hire)

Why Join Mister?

• Join a winning team built on our core values: We Care, We Work Hard, and We Have Fun. You’ll feel it in every wave, every wash, every interaction.
• Competitive pay with consistent hours and overtime potential
• Generous PTO from day one
• Accelerate your career with clear career paths and endless growth opportunities with a national employer
• A company vehicle fully stocked with tools and parts
• Monthly phone stipend
• Exceptional benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, and a 401(k) with company match
• Daily pay options

WHAT MOTIVATES OUR TEAM:

• Competitive wage with consistent hours and overtime potential—Daily pay options available at no cost!
• Monthly phone allowance.
• Travel incentive plan.
• Company vehicle stocked with tools, parts, and supplies needed to service wash equipment.
• Generous paid time off starting day one.
• Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, 401(k) with company match, and more!
• Growth opportunity with a national employer.

Mister Car Wash provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We participate in the E-verify system nationwide.