Area Manager

Description

The ultimate team leader! An Area Manager is a dynamic and strategic leader, adept at navigating the complexities of managing multiple locations to ensure operational excellence and financial efficiency.

The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, with a knack for data-driven decision-making and a deep understanding of property management. With exceptional interpersonal abilities, they excel in motivating teams, fostering a positive work culture, and implementing cost-saving strategies. Their role is crucial in driving the company's success by optimizing operations and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Leads a team of FMs to oversee and enhance property management activities, ensuring each site adheres to the company’s quality standards and operational best practices.
• Manages multiple locations, ensuring each facility properly represents the Autowash brand and supports a positive customer experience.
• Implement, and monitor operational procedures to maximize efficiency and optimize resource utilization across all locations in their assigned area.
• Manage and support facility managers and staff through training, development and performance management, ensuring a cohesive team that delivers exceptional customer service.
• Regularly report on operational efficiencies, maintenance needs, and performance metrics, providing actionable insights to senior management.
• Support the plan and efficient communication of all repair and installation projects, catering to vendor needs and access to ensure repairs are completed in a timely fashion
• Monitors budget for equipment, tool and other stock needs, placing orders for capital expenditures, new supplies and additional inventory when necessary.
• Monitors expenses and ensure cash collections are validated and secured.
• Performs various cleaning duties at assigned locations, including emptying trash, cleaning wash bays, sweeping parking lot areas, picking up litter on site, and cleaning equipment as needed.
• Values a positive customer experience by ensuring the building, parking lot, and grounds are consistently clean and usable in all seasons and weather conditions
• Works closely with management and other facility staff in developing an integral team that effectively represents the quality and professionalism of the company.

“What You’ll Love About Working at Autowash”

At Autowash, we believe work should be more than a paycheck — it should be a place to grow, contribute, and be proud of the impact you’re making. Here’s what sets us apart:

• A Company That’s Going Places
  Autowash is growing fast, with new sites, new technology, and a vision to be the most innovative car care company in the country. Joining our team means joining a brand with momentum, stability, and opportunity.
• Cutting-Edge Tools & Technology
  From car wash automation to advanced water treatment systems, you’ll gain exposure to tools and tech that are shaping the future of car care. We’re not afraid to invest in innovation, and that means you’ll always be learning something new.
• Career Growth & Upskilling
  Through Autowash Academy and structured on-the-job training, you’ll gain skills that transfer across industries. Whether you start in operations, maintenance, or customer success, we’re focused on building scalable careers — not just filling positions.
• Team Culture That Works
  We live by values of Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Honesty, and Respect. You’ll be part of a tight-knit team that has each other’s backs, celebrates wins, and works hard to take care of our customers.
• Customer Passion, Car Passion
  Our customers love their cars, and we get it. Whether it’s a dream car, a daily driver, or a symbol of freedom, we’re here to help them keep it looking and running its best. That passion makes every day rewarding.
• Competitive Pay & Benefits
  We believe in rewarding great work. Our compensation is competitive with the market, and for technical roles, often exceeds local averages. Plus, we offer benefits, stability, and opportunities to grow with us.
• Be Part of Something Bigger
  Every new wash we open, every robot we install, and every customer we serve is part of a larger story. At Autowash, you’ll be part of a company that’s redefining what a car wash can be.

Requirements

Accountabilities:

• Maintenance Response Time: Time taken to respond to and resolve maintenance issues.
• Energy & Resource Efficiency : Reduction in energy and/or resource usage through improved management of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Compliance Rates: Adherence to safety and building regulations.
• Asset Lifecycle Management: Effective management of the lifecycle of physical assets to optimize usage and reduce costs.
• Cost Reduction: Achievements in reducing operational costs without compromising service quality.
• Customer Satisfaction Physical & Mental Demands:: Feedback scores related to the physical aspects of the facility.

Physical & Mental Demands:

• Regularly required to sit, walk, stand, bend, lift and/or climb, reach with hands and arms.
• Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Regularly required to lift heavy weights (50 pounds or greater) above shoulder height.
• Regularly required to move heavy weights (250 pounds or greater) along ground.
• Maintain an upright standing position for an excess of 8 hours.
• Must have the ability to prioritize and work independently with minimal direct supervision making high-level decisions and problem solving.
• Must have excellent communication skills, customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Models and expects proper safety standards; wears PPE and always drives safely
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Managing stress from overseeing multiple sites and teams.
• Analyzing complex data to inform decisions.
• Maintaining focus and organization in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum Desired Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum Desired Experience: Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams across multiple locations.
• Preferred Experience: 3-4 years of experience in operational management, preferably in property or facility management.
• Computer skills required: Proficiency in Excel for complex data analysis, reporting, and decision-making