Career area Franchise Operations Position Type Date Posted 05/15/2026 Location Remote Job ID P1-2136845-2 Virtual, Ottawa, ON, K1A 0A6, CA As the leader in automotive preventive maintenance, Valvoline has a proven track record of growth. We're not just in the car business; we're in the people business. And we're looking for humble, hungry, and smart people to help us shape the future of mobility.

If you're hungry to drive change and seek a dynamic, collaborative environment that fuels both personal and professional growth, you've found your place with us. Partnering with GCOCF field team and franchisees, the candidate will complete and communicate accurate assessments of store-level franchise operations, while working with service center leadership to drive operational improvement.

The Field Operations

Specialist will utilize store visit reporting to identify and share best practices, drive improvement, and enhance operational consistency across all GCOC franchise locations. Assessing franchise store operations, including oil change process execution, proper use of training tools, safe practices, inventory compliance, appropriate staffing, store appearance, curb appeal, brand standards, and employee development, through store visits and evaluations. Communicating results internally to field team and externally to franchisees and their teams.

Using technology tools to gather supplemental information relevant to the field operations of individual franchise locations, such as inventory management, training program participation, etc. When required, providing instruction on how to appropriately leverage these technology resources within store operations. Utilizing context provided from location visits and when appropriate to do so, providing in‑the‑moment coaching on protected practices, oil change procedures, etc.





Ensuring implementation of current and new GCOC initiatives Partnering with Franchise Business Consultants to develop Business Reviews for each franchise system Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience Minimum of two years of retail management experience Strong knowledge of retail stores (preferably GCOC) and/or retail field operations Must be able to use various automotive mechanical tools and a POS computer system Must be able to travel utilizing various forms of transportation, including self‑drive Must be able to travel to the US Demonstrated experience building and maintaining positive and collaborative relationships internally and externally Experience with Microsoft tools and applications, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams Experience with Safety Culture, iAuditor, Google Forms, or similar evaluation software Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision) ~ HSA and flexible spending accounts ~Life insurance ~ Short and long‑term disability insurance ~ Paid vacation and holidays* ~ Employee Assistance Program ~ Valvoline Instant Oil Change discounts ~ Valvoline provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Join us in revolutionizing the automotive aftermarket industry while enjoying competitive benefits, a supportive work culture, and opportunities for advancement. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to applicants with disabilities to facilitate equal opportunity throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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