Director of Facilities & Maintenance

The Director of Facilities plays a key leadership role in maintaining and enhancing the physical infrastructure across a growing portfolio of El Car Wash locations. This role is responsible for ensuring that each site operates at peak performance—mechanically, aesthetically, and operationally—by overseeing all facility maintenance, capital projects, and vendor partnerships. Reporting directly to the VP of Development & Construction and working in close collaboration with equipment integration teams and Operations, the Director ensures facility strategies align with broader business goals and help deliver an exceptional customer experience.

You’ll help engineer the framework, processes, and systems to drive efficient maintenance practices and upkeep of existing and new assets all while fostering collaboration and alignment across teams. This is a high-visibility role ideal for someone who combines strategic thinking, organization development, and strong interpersonal skills.

• Car Wash Facility Oversight: Manage the upkeep, preventative maintenance, and repair of all physical systems critical to car wash operations—including tunnels, point-of-sale areas, vacuum systems, mechanical systems, and utility infrastructure.
• Capital Planning: Lead long-term capital project planning, budgeting, and strategy to support growth, standardization, and modernization of the wash network.
• Cross Department Collaboration: Work with Development, Finance, Construction, Equipment and Operations teams to ensure facilities readiness during new site launches, acquisitions, and renovations.
• Maintenance Systems: Implement and manage a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to standardize workflows, prioritize work orders, and track service schedules across all sites.
• Site Audits & Performance Checks: Conduct regular site audits and equipment assessments to monitor performance, safety compliance, and operational consistency.
• Contractor & Vendor Management: Source, negotiate, and oversee relationships with maintenance vendors, contractors, and OEM service providers.
• Operational Efficiency: Partner with Operations to minimize downtime, reduce reactive maintenance, and ensure consistent, high-quality customer experience.
• Code Compliance: Ensure adherence to all environmental, health, and safety standards, including water reclaim systems, chemical handling, and electrical codes.
• Support New Site Growth: Provide input during due diligence for acquisitions to assess facility conditions, mechanical needs, and cost implications.

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction, or a related field preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in multi-site facilities management, ideally within the express car wash, retail fuel, QSR, or convenience industries.
• Experience working closely with senior leadership
• Proven experience leading teams, managing capital budgets, and improving maintenance processes.
• Proven ability to manage complex initiatives from start to finish
• Comfortable in a startup or high-growth environment
• Proficiency in Smartsheet, Excel, CMMS systems, and communication tools

Core Competencies:

• Facilities Planning & Management
• Building Systems Design & Maintenance
• Asset and Property Maintenance
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and light lifting (up to 15 lbs) for event or team meeting support.
• Ability to participate in onsite meetings, employee engagements, and field visits, which may involve walking job sites or standing for extended periods.

Nice to Have:

• Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Travel Requirements:

• Must be able to travel to all locations within the portfolio (40% travel)
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.

A Little About Us:

Founded in 2011 and proudly headquartered in Miami, El Car Wash is Florida’s #1 express car wash and we’re just getting started.

At EL, we’re not just washing cars. We’re transforming the car wash experience. With state-of-the-art technology, eco-friendly practices, and an unmatched customer experience, El Car Wash is setting a whole new standard. Our unlimited wash programs, customer-first amenities, and innovative services make us a destination, not just a stop.

At El Car Wash, our people drive our success. We’re passionate about creating a fantastic work environment, empowering neurodivergent individuals, supporting our Veterans, and giving back to the communities we call home. From partnerships with the Florida Panthers and Detroit Lions, to collaborations with Baptist Health, AdventHealth, and Zoo Miami, we’re committed to making a difference- both on and off the road.

Join a team that's fast-growing, community-driven, and committed to excellence. Your career is about to shine!

EL Car Wash is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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