Manager In Training

BlueWave | ClearWater: Careers; Groves (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and vacation

Holiday pay

Free car washes

Leadership training and development

Career advancement opportunities

Company uniforms

Training and ongoing support

Job summary

ClearWater Express Wash and BlueWave Express Wash are seeking motivated individuals for a Manager in Training role in Groves, TX. You will learn all facets of car wash operations, customer service and sales while working with experienced leaders to develop your leadership skills.

You will gain hands-on experience across operations, sales, and team management, with a clear path to Assistant Manager or Car Wash General Manager as you progress in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Ambitious, dependable, coachable and ready to grow into a leadership role.
• Desire to build a career in management, leadership, sales, customer service, or operations.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with customers.
• Motivated by goals and opportunities to improve performance.
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities; basic tech skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn to lead, coach, and develop Team Members and Team Leads.
• Work with site leadership to maintain a positive, productive environment.
• Assist training of new team members on service, sales, safety, and procedures.
• Set expectations, provide feedback, and hold team accountable.
• Develop leadership skills to advance into management.
• Provide outstanding customer service and guest experience.
• Communicate wash services, packages, and membership options effectively.
• Support sales and membership goals; engage customers to build relationships.
• Learn car wash operations and monitor quality; maintain standards.
• Learn opening/closing procedures, staffing and daily operations.

Skills

Leadership potential

Communication skills

Customer service

Sales

Operations experience

Problem-solving

Initiative

Organization

Basic computer skills

Tools

POS systems

Company software

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: TXHO27 Groves - Groves, TX 77619Salary Range: $15.00 - $18.00 HourlyManager in Training

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Texas Locations

Companies: ClearWater Express Wash & BlueWave Express Wash

Compensation: Competitive pay + monthly bonus opportunities

About ClearWater Express Wash & BlueWave Express Wash

ClearWater Express Wash and BlueWave Express Wash are growing express car wash companies focused on providing an exceptional experience for our guests while creating opportunities for our team members to build rewarding careers.

We're looking for motivated, energetic, and people-focused Managers in Training who are ready to develop their leadership skills and prepare for a future management position.

As a Manager in Training, you'll learn the ins and outs of car wash operations, customer service, sales, team leadership, and business management while working alongside experienced leaders. You'll gain hands-on experience across all areas of the operation and develop the skills needed to advance into an Assistant Manager or Car Wash General Manager role.

Previous car wash experience is not required. We're looking for individuals with leadership potential, strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and a desire to grow.

What You'll Learn & Do

Leadership & Team Development

• Learn how to lead, coach, and develop Team Members and Team Leads.
• Work alongside site leadership to create a positive and productive team environment.
• Assist with training new team members on customer service, sales, safety, and operational procedures.
• Learn how to set expectations, provide feedback, and hold team members accountable.
• Develop the leadership skills necessary to advance into management.

Sales & Customer Experience

• Provide exceptional customer service and guest service.
• Learn how to effectively communicate wash services, packages, and membership options.
• Support the team in achieving sales and membership goals.
• Develop sales and customer engagement skills through hands-on experience.
• Assist with resolving guest questions and concerns.
• Learn how to build strong relationships with customers and the local community.

Car Wash Operations

• Learn all positions and responsibilities within an express car wash.
• Assist with daily operations and help keep the location running safely and efficiently.
• Monitor wash quality and maintain company standards.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming location.
• Learn opening and closing procedures, staffing, and daily operational responsibilities.
• Assist with basic equipment and facility needs.
• Learn how to identify and communicate operational and equipment issues.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Business & Management Development

• Learn how to monitor and improve key location performance metrics.
• Gain experience with labor, sales, membership, and operational performance.
• Learn to use point-of-sale systems, company software, and other business technology.
• Work alongside management to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop the skills necessary to successfully operate and manage a high-volume customer-facing business.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is ambitious, dependable, coachable, and ready to grow into a leadership role.

• Has a desire to build a career in management, leadership, sales, customer service, or operations.
• Has previous leadership, supervisory, sales, customer service, retail, restaurant, hospitality, or automotive experience - preferred but not required.
• Enjoys working with people and helping others succeed.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is comfortable interacting with customers and recommending products or services.
• Is motivated by goals and opportunities to improve performance.
• Takes initiative and is willing to take on new responsibilities.
• Has strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Is organized and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Has basic computer and technology skills.
• Is willing to learn car wash equipment, operations, and maintenance.
• Can work outdoors in changing weather conditions.
• Is dependable and committed to personal and professional growth.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Monthly bonus opportunities
• Full-time opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off and vacation
• Holiday pay
• Free car washes
• Leadership training and development
• Career advancement opportunities
• Company uniforms
• Training and ongoing support

Why Join Us?

At ClearWater Express Wash and BlueWave Express Wash, we believe in developing our people and promoting from within.

Our Manager in Training program is designed to give you the hands-on experience, training, and leadership development needed to build a successful career in operations and management.

You'll have the opportunity to learn the business from the ground up while working alongside experienced leaders and preparing for your next step.

A typical career path can include:

Manager in Training > Assistant Manager > Car Wash General Manager

If you're looking for a management training program, leadership opportunity, retail management career, restaurant management opportunity, sales leadership position, or operations career, we'd love to hear from you.

No car wash experience? No problem. We'll teach you what you need to know.