Shift Lead

Whistle Express Car Wash; Highlands Ranch, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Whistle Express Car Wash is seeking a dedicated Shift Lead to help ensure each shift runs smoothly, support the team, and deliver a great customer experience on site. You will engage customers, supervise daily operations, and uphold site standards while leading the team when management is not on-site.

This role emphasizes leadership, outdoor work, and a fast-paced environment. Prior leadership or team experience is a plus, with opportunities to mentor teammates and maintain high wash quality.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience or enjoy engaging with customers.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team during shifts.
• Comfortable working outdoors and staying active while on duty.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide a positive experience; answer questions about services and memberships.
• Direct vehicles safely into wash tunnel and ensure proper positioning.
• Open and close operations as a key holder and lead the team in the absence of management.
• Enforce safety protocols and monitor equipment for issues; provide feedback to improve wash quality.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Team coordination

Job description

As a Shift Lead, you’ll help ensure that every shift runs smoothly by supporting the team and delivering a great customer experience. You’ll engage with customers, assist with daily operations, uphold site standards, and step in to lead the team when management is not on-site to ensure both staff and customers are assisted.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Engagement

• Greet customers as they arrive and provide a positive, friendly experience.
• Answer customer questions about services, wash options, and memberships clearly and courteously.
• Promote unlimited wash memberships and other offerings to drive engagement and sales.
• Educate new customers on the variety of wash packages and services available.
• Observe customer interactions to identify opportunities to enhance service and provide feedback to the team.

Operations & Safety

• Direct vehicles safely into the wash tunnel, ensuring proper positioning for a smooth process.
• Prepare vehicles for washing by checking for loose items and removing obstacles as needed.
• Monitor equipment during operations, identifying and reporting any malfunctions or issues.
• Follow and enforce all safety protocols to protect customers, team members, and equipment.
• Assist team members in resolving operational issues quickly to keep the site running efficiently.

Team Leadership

• Serve as a key holder and perform opening and closing procedures accurately and on time.
• Lead the team during shifts, providing direction and support in the absence of the Site Leader or Assistant Site Leader.
• Delegate tasks to team members to ensure smooth site operations throughout the shift.
• Monitor team performance and provide guidance or feedback as needed to keep operations on track.
• Handle unexpected challenges or staff issues during the shift, escalating to leadership when necessary.

Attention to Detail

• Inspect each vehicle before and after the wash to ensure it meets Whistle’s quality standards.
• Uphold the “Sparkle Assurance” by checking for missed spots, streaks, or any other issues.
• Report any equipment or operational issues that could affect wash quality.
• Provide feedback or guidance to team members to help maintain consistent wash quality.
• Continuously look for ways to improve processes to exceed customer expectations.

What We’re Looking For

Ownership is not assigned here. It is demonstrated. You lead by example. The crew watches how you work. Make it worth watching. You hold the line. The standard does not flex based on who is watching. You are a team‑first operator. You share the win, and you own the loss. You are physically active and comfortable working outdoors at a pace. Prior leadership or team experience is a plus. The right instincts matter more than the title. Run it like you own it. Do it like it matters. The best version of this industry is still being built. The people building it start here. If you show up like you own it every shift, there is a place here for you.

Most places give you a job. Whistle gives you something to own. Just a heads-up: if we ever need your personal details for a real job offer, we’ll only ask for them safely through our official HR platform. Keep shining, and thanks for wanting to be part of our team!

Base Pay Range

$12.70 - $22.50

Why Join Us

We share the responsibility for creating the best experience for our customers, team members, and facilities. Be Curious - We have a drive to learn, grow, challenge, and explore better ways of doing things. Take Accountability - We take ownership of our actions, commitments, and results. Show respect - We value every person by listening openly, communicating honestly, and treating others with dignity. Pursue Excellence - We set the bar high, sweat the small stuff, and pursue continuous improvement -together.

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