Operations Lead in Training, EX

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Santa Ana, CA, USA
In-Office
Junior
Automotive
The Role
Participate in a 16-week leadership training program while learning car wash operations, customer experience, sales, membership promotion, team leadership, and daily business management. Work alongside a General Manager to balance speed, quality, and teamwork, develop operational judgment, and prepare for an Operations Lead role with advancement toward Assistant General Manager. The position requires at least one year of leadership or supervisory experience in a customer-facing environment.
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Launch Your Leadership Career!

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 the way people experience car care. With cutting-edge technology, unmatched customer experience, and a people-first culture, we’re creating opportunities and driving growth at an incredible pace.

Now’s your chance to grow with us. Our Manager in Training (MIT) position is the launchpad for a rewarding leadership career—where your potential meets our momentum.

Why Join Mister?
  • Join a winning team built on our core values: We Care, Work Hard, and We Have Fun. You'll feel it in every wave, every wash, every interaction.
  • Accelerate your career through Mister's industry-leading Operations Leadership Program-typically completed in about 14 weeks-designed to equip you with the hands-on experience, business acumen, and mentorship needed to lead with confidence.
  • Thrive in a high-growth industry where innovation and opportunity go hand-in-hand.
  • Enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, and recognition for your hard work and results.
  • Be part of something bigger, where every wash brightens someone's day and your career grows with a people-powered brand leading the car wash industry into the future.

Launch Your Leadership Career with Mister Car Wash!

Mister Car Wash is leading the way in one of the fastest-growing service industries. As the largest and most dynamic car wash brand in the country, we’re redefining what great car care looks like. With innovative technology, an outstanding customer experience, and a people-first culture, we’re creating real opportunities for growth – both for our teams and our business. 

Now is your chance to grow with us.

The Operations Lead in Training (OLIT) role is the launchpad for a rewarding leadership career—where your potential meets our momentum. This program is perfect for someone who loves working with people, thrives in a fast-paced customer service environment, and is ready to take the first step toward leadership. Over a focused 16-week training experience, you’ll build hands on operational skills and gain the foundational leadership abilities that can fuel long-term career growth at Mister.

In this role, you’ll work closely with an experienced General Manager to:

  • Deliver an unforgettable customer experience with Mister’s signature wave, smile, and commitment to excellence. 
  • Lead daily operations with purpose, helping your team balance speed, quality, and teamwork to create “wow” moments for every guest. 
  • Grow your sales and leadership skills by promoting our products and Unlimited Wash Club® memberships. 
  • Take on new challenges with curiosity, using every shift as a chance to learn, grow, and build confidence in your leadership. 
  • Work as one team, building trust, supporting each other, and celebrating success together.

Your training will help you build the confidence, judgment, and business acumen needed to step into the Operations Lead role—with a clear path towards Assistant General Manager.

Why Join Mister?

  • Join a winning team built on our core values: We Care, We Work Hard, and We Have Fun. You’ll feel the difference in every wave, every wash, every interaction. 
  • Enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, and meaningful recognition for the effort you put in. 
  • Accelerate your development through Mister’s industry leading Operations Leadership Program—giving you real experience, hands-on training, and supportive mentorship to help you grow with confidence. 
  • Thrive in a high growth industry where innovation and opportunity go hand in hand. 
  • Make an impact with a team that cares—creating bright moments for customers and teammates every day.

You would be great fit for the Operations Lead In Training position if you:

  • Love working with people and bring positivity to every interaction.
  • Lead by example, take ownership of your work, and hold yourself to high standards. 
  • Stay motivated and goal-oriented, even when the pace picks up. 
  • Thrive in team environments built on trust, accountability, and shared success. 
  • Adapt quickly, stay curious, and are excited to start your leadership journey with a rapidly growing, people first company.
  • Bring proven leadership experience—at least 1 year leading a team, supervising shifts, or managing people in a customer-facing environment.

It’s your time to shine! Join the Mister Car Wash team today!

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-hire background and Motor Vehicle Records (if applicable) check.

It's your time to shine! Join the Mister Car Wash team today!

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. #MRSouthwest

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Skills Required

  • At least 1 year of experience leading a team, supervising shifts, or managing people in a customer-facing environment
  • Successful completion of a pre-hire background check
  • Successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records check, if applicable
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HQ: Tucson, AZ
1,500 Employees

What We Do

Mister Car Wash is a car washing company.

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