Assistant Manager - Waconia, MN

Tidal Wave Management • Waconia, MN

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About The Position

The Assistant Manager shares and assists with responsibility for a Tidal Wave Auto Spa site’s facility and operations. The role helps achieve established volume, revenue, and profitability goals by leading by example and working alongside the team. It offers opportunities for professional development and advancement to higher-level management positions.

The position combines administrative tasks with hands-on operational duties in an outdoor, fast-paced environment. The Assistant Manager helps lead a team of 10–15 employees, delivers friendly, high-quality guest service, trains and develops employees, performs limited administrative work and equipment checks, and maintains the cleanliness and organization of the facility, landscaping, and equipment rooms. The schedule is described as flexible, with 35–45 hours per week, and may include evenings and weekends based on company needs.

The role requires sustained physical activity and comfort working outdoors in varying weather, with exposure to water, cleaning chemicals, noise, and moving equipment. Occasional driving for company business may be required; a valid driver’s license and compliance with company driving standards are required. Drug screening and a background check are required per state guidelines.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of leadership experience.
• Quick problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move continuously for extended periods, up to 8–10 hours per shift.
• Ability to bend, kneel, reach, stoop, climb, and crouch as required.
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds, and occasionally more with assistance.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to operate car wash equipment, hoses, and controls.
• Visual acuity to monitor vehicle condition, equipment function, and safety compliance.
• Willingness and ability to work in varying outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, and rain.
• Comfort with regular exposure to water, cleaning chemicals, noise, and moving mechanical equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and respond quickly to safety or operational concerns in a noisy environment.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.
• Availability to work outside normal business hours, including evenings and weekends, based on company needs.
• Valid driver’s license and compliance with company driving standards for occasional company business driving.
• Drug screen and background check required per state guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical inclination and experience preferred.
• Restaurant management experience is ideal; the posting notes that related skill sets are transferable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading a team of 10–15 employees and foster a culture of teamwork and fun.
• Help achieve established volume, revenue, and profitability goals.
• Provide guests with friendly, high-quality service and an exceptional experience.
• Assist with limited administrative work and quick equipment checks.
• Assist with training and developing employees in every position.
• Maintain a clean and organized facility, landscaping, and equipment rooms.
• Work hands-on in site operations and respond to safety or operational concerns.
• Drive occasionally for company business when needed.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with the opportunity to earn weekly commission.
• Schedule designed to support work-life balance, with flexible scheduling and 35–45 hours per week.
• Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• PTO under the company’s PTO policy.
• Eligibility for health, dental, and vision coverage after a 30-day waiting period, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Eligibility for a 401(k), subject to plan terms.
• Eligibility for life insurance, short- and long-term disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accidental coverage after a 90-day waiting period, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Company-paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed