Maintenance Technician

Tsunami Express Car Wash; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Company vehicle or mileage reimburse

Job summary

Tsunami Express Car Wash is hiring a Maintenance Technician to support 75+ locations in the Midwest and beyond. This hands-on role focuses on keeping car wash equipment running safely and efficiently, minimizing downtime, and delivering reliable service across multiple sites.

You will install, maintain, and repair tunnels, conveyors, chemical delivery systems, and related infrastructure while documenting work and collaborating with Operations teams. Travel across a regional territory is expected.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in industrial, mechanical, facilities, or equipment maintenance.
• Proficiency in at least three technical disciplines, including electrical, mechanical, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, or plumbing.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities with a focus on root-cause analysis.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities across a geographic territory.

Responsibilities

• Own equipment reliability across assigned locations to maximize uptime.
• Diagnose root causes and implement lasting repairs rather than temporary fixes.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair car wash equipment including tunnels, conveyors, chemical delivery systems, and supporting infrastructure.
• Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repairs to reduce operational disruptions.
• Document repairs, maintenance activities, and equipment history thoroughly.

Skills

Multiple technical disciplines

Troubleshooting & root-cause

Independent work management

Strong communication

Job description

Brief Description

Ride the Wave to a New Career as a Maintenance Technician with Tsunami Express Car Wash!

Who We Are

Tsunami Express is building the future of express car washing — powered by people, automation, and smart technology. We currently operate 75+ locations across the Midwest and are rapidly expanding to 100+ locations.

Our Values:

• Fun
• Helpful
• Pioneering
• Accountable
• Together

The Opportunity

The Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in keeping Tsunami’s car wash equipment operating safely, reliably, and efficiently. Supporting an assigned region of locations, this position is responsible for minimizing downtime, resolving equipment issues, and ensuring sites remain operational and guest-ready.

This is a hands‑on field role for someone who enjoys troubleshooting complex systems, solving problems in real time, and taking ownership of equipment performance. The right candidate combines technical expertise with accountability, responsiveness, and a commitment to operational excellence.

What You’ll Own

Equipment Reliability & Repairs

• Own equipment reliability across your assigned locations
• Prioritize and resolve maintenance issues to maximize uptime and site performance
• Diagnose root causes and implement lasting repairs rather than temporary fixes

Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair car wash equipment including tunnels, conveyors, chemical delivery systems, and supporting infrastructure
• Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repairs to reduce operational disruptions
• Maintain equipment performance standards across all assigned sites

MRO & Documentation

• Execute maintenance and repair work orders accurately and on schedule
• Document repairs, maintenance activities, and equipment history thoroughly
• Identify recurring issues and recommend long-term solutions to improve reliability

Technical Expertise

• Apply hands-on proficiency across multiple disciplines, including:
• Electrical systems (24V–480V)
• Mechanical systems
• Welding
• Hydraulics
• Pneumatics
• Plumbing
• Support troubleshooting efforts across a variety of equipment and operational systems

New Site Openings & Training

• Assist with equipment installation, commissioning, and operational readiness for new locations
• Partner with Operations teams to ensure equipment is functioning properly prior to opening
• Train Site Managers on basic troubleshooting and preventive maintenance practices to reduce emergency repairs

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company safety policies, PPE requirements, and OSHA standards
• Promote a culture of safety and accountability at every location
• Ensure repairs and maintenance activities are completed safely and professionally

Requirements

WHAT YOU BRING

• Proven experience in industrial, mechanical, facilities, or equipment maintenance
• Car wash industry experience preferred but not required
• Proficiency in at least three technical disciplines, including electrical, mechanical, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, or plumbing
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities with a focus on root-cause analysis
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities across a geographic territory
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively
• Flexibility to support rotating weekend coverage and urgent repair needs

Summary

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive base pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement
• Employee discounts
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Career growth within a rapidly expanding company
• A culture built on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement

TRAVEL & SCHEDULE

This is a field-based position requiring approximately 50–75% travel across Tsunami Express locations.

Travel will include preventive maintenance visits, emergency repairs, equipment installations, and support for new site openings. Rotating weekend availability is required to support urgent repairs and operational needs.

This job posting is a guide, not a ceiling. At Tsunami Express, we grow fast — and so do our people. The right person in this role will play a key part in keeping our locations operating at peak performance while supporting the company’s continued growth.