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Shift Supervisor Level 1

Circle K · Chicago Ridge, IL · $16.00–$16.50 an hour

Posted Sep 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

You've been a car wash attendant for six months. What changes for you when you become the shift supervisor?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the shift from doing the work to being responsible for others doing it.

Tell me about a time you helped a coworker learn something new on the job.

What they are checking: Whether they can teach patiently, which supervisors do every shift.

Tell me about a time you noticed a problem before it became a big one.

What they are checking: Whether they pay attention to small signs, which is the heart of basic troubleshooting.

What would you do

A customer reports damage to their car after the wash. What do you do and who do you tell?

What they are checking: Whether they report incidents promptly and properly, which the posting stresses.

How would you handle a former peer on your shift who isn't keeping up with site cleaning?

What they are checking: Whether they can hold friends accountable without damaging the team.

How would you split cleaning and upkeep tasks across your crew on a busy Saturday?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep the site in shape while most of the team is at the pay stations.

What would you say to a customer who wants to cancel their membership?

What they are checking: Whether they listen to the reason and try to save the sale respectfully.

About the work

The posting says you troubleshoot basic XPT and DRB issues and follow DRB Protocol. Tell me how you'd approach a pay station that freezes mid-transaction.

What they are checking: Whether they follow a set protocol for equipment issues rather than improvising.

You're doing the 5 Day Preventative Maintenance training. Why does daily PM matter so much in a tunnel wash?

What they are checking: Whether they connect small daily checks to avoiding breakdowns and lost sales.

How do you make sure opening and closing procedures are done fully when you're running the shift?

What they are checking: Whether they check the work and use the checklists instead of trusting it's done.

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The full job description

As published by Circle K.

Store 4701829: 10652 Ridgeland Ave, Chicago Ridge, Illinois 60415 Shift Availability Flexible (Days, Evenings, Overnights + Weekends) Time Type ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The position includes, but is not limited to, the following essential job duties, responsibilities, and requirements: Customer Satisfaction: • Provides prompt excellent customer service in a courteous, friendly, and attentive manner. Responsible for greeting customers, answering questions, and explaining the wash options available. • Ensure that customers are satisfied and that any inquiries, incidents and issues are reported in a timely manner. • Satisfactorily able to complete all Car wash Attendant job duties. • Understands how to troubleshoot basic XPT and DRB issues. Follows “DRB Protocol”. • Read “Supervisor Level DRB” training course. • Attend Preventative Maintenance Training and complete 5 Day Preventative Maintenance • Reports to work on time and follows the dress and appearance code. • Minimum 6 months as CWA before advancement Duties and Job Breakdown Percentages: 60% Customer Interaction 30% Site Upkeep (Cleaning/Maintaining) 5% Opening/Closing Procedures 5% Basic Troubleshooting REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • High School diploma or GED preferred. • Excellent communication skills including active listening. • Excellent sales and customer service skills. • Ability to anticipate customer needs. • Able to work weekends. • Able to demonstrate responsibility while Site Manager is off site. • Enforces all safety policies. • Understands the functions of all chemical room equipment. • Assist your Site Manager with tunnel and chemical room equipment repairs. • Able to clean out solenoids. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: In performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk throughout the workday; use of hands; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stop, crouch and kneel. The employee must be able to work in damp and humid conditions. The employee must be able to work in outdoor variable weather conditions. The employee may have to lift and/or move objects up to 25lbs on a regular basis and occasionally up to 50lbs. EXPERIENCE: • Customer service and some Car Wash experience preferred. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The incumbent must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures without endangering the health or safety of self or others. This position works in a typical outdoor car wash environment. The noise level is usually moderate but can be excessively loud with hearing protection required (along with other PPE). This person must adhere to OSHA safety guidelines and protocols which means this person will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment such as, but not limited to hearing, eye, foot, hand protection. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: The Level 1 Supervisor must be able to work with minimum direction and periodic supervision. The Company offers an excellent workplace to grow personally and professionally and includes many comprehensive benefits such as: • Competitive Pay plus commission Opportunities. • Paid Vacations • Large Stable employer • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage • 401K plan with competitive company match • Free Employee Car Wash Membership • Tuition Reimbursement • Work with fun motivated people • Fast Career opportunities All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law. THE ABOVE STATEMENTS REFLECT THE GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS / DUTIES AND /OR RESPONSIBILITIES NECESSARY TO IDENTIFY THE JOB AND ARE NOT NECESSARILY INTENDED TO SET FORTH ALL OF THE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB. NOTE: This Job Description may change periodically as required by business necessity, with or without advance notice to employees. Hiring Range: $16.00 to $16.50 Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does not impose an undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. Click below to review information about our company's use of the federal E-Verify program to check work eligibility: In English In Spanish

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