 NEW Member Benefit
Car Wash-Specific Employee Handbook
WCA has produced a new, up-to-date car wash-specific Employee Handbook.
The WCA Car Wash Employee Handbook:
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Commissioned by WCA and written by the CEA (California Employers Association) specifically for car wash operations
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Separate handbooks have been developed for all 12 states who belong to WCA—tailored to each state's specific laws
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Bi-lingual (Spanish) version (California only)
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In electronic format—easy to adapt for individual operations
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Will be updated as laws change
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Is a $300 value
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FREE for WCA Members
Please contact Brandie Delaney, Membership Coordinator at 800.344.9274 or brandied@wcwa.org to order your copy today.
Members may download the handbook and updates here.
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Western Carwash Insurance Agency
The leading provider of car wash industry insurance programs specially designed for the complex needs of the modern car wash operator by people who are tuned to the industry.
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Providing exclusive car wash-specific insurance programs to WCA members for more than 19 years
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Knowledgeable and professional staff—we live and breathe car wash
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Value added services to our insured at No Additional Cost
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WCIA’s President is a former full-service car wash owner, he gets car wash
Get Your Quote Today! (800) 388-9274
Visit our Web site.
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Credit Card Processing
Low cost rates for Visa, MasterCard, Discover & American Express*
Harness the power of widely used electronic payment solutions. The Western Carwash Association and First Data Independent Sales (FDIS) have come together to bring you a great rate for credit card processing. You can benefit from cost-effective credit card processing programs that are convenient for you and your customers.
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Fast access. Improved efficiency. All standard with FDIS.
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Complete business solutions and robust products and services that help build your business
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Visa®, MasterCard® and Discover® transactions all organized on one statement
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Quick access to your account anywhere and anytime with online reporting
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Customer service dedicated to meet your needs
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Innovative payment options for credit cards, PIN-based debit, gift cards, electronic check acceptance and more
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Choose from a wide variety of advanced processing solutions, including terminals with wireless, Internet and PC-based options
For more information, contact Luke Barrett at (805) 418-1885 or luke@cardservicecv.com.
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People’s Express
WCA members and employees are eligible to subscribe to People’s Health Express – a program that provides significant discounts on many health and non-health related products and services. The program has three levels with the number of benefits increasing with each level.
English Brochure | Spanish Brochure
This months benefit
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Industry News and Updates
The WCA Express Newsletter is delivered via e-mail each month. This educational resource has timely articles, business resources and updates from the WCA leadership. Be sure brandied@wcwa.org has your email address in our database. You can also access archived editions of The Express in the “Members Only” section of the WCA Website. |
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Human Resources Services
WCA has partnered up with California Employers Association (CEA) to offer a 10% discount off their regular California membership rates to all WCA members. CEA’s goal is to protect employers from costly claims and lawsuits offering federal and state law posters, seminars, and help with EDD claims as well as union experts to help the employer understand union activities. Contact Scott Dear at (800) 399-5331 for more details. Visit our Web site |
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Mystery Shopper
When you sign up, an anonymous and unannounced experienced Mystery Shopper is sent to your business to observe and report on procedure, operation, integrity and customer service issues. You gain valuable knowledge to improve customer satisfaction and loyalty. You can also compare yourself to your peers in the program. A special WCA member price of $55 plus expenses per shop (regularly $75) has been established. For more information or to sign up contact Servicesleuth at (800) 723-1150.
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YRC – Freight Shipping
YRC is a Fortune 500 leader in big-shipment transportation. WCA Members receive a 70% discount on qualifying less-than-truckload shipments! National and Regional Service through the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Tradeshow Exhibitors receive a guarantee on all exhibit shipments inbound to show or advance warehouse at no additional charge. Take advantage of your benefits by contacting YRC at (800) 647-3061, associations@yrcw.com, or www.enrollhere.net. |
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Free Labor Law Consultations
Littler Mendelson is the nation’s largest and most prestigious labor law firm that specializes in representing only employers. They do not represent employees or unions. Attorney Gary Bethel will provide WCA members a free 15-20 minute phone consultation. For more information, contact Gary at (888) 851-1160. |
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Posters
WCA has seven (7) Consumer Posters for members that highlight the benefits of using a professional car wash. Topics include Environmental, Charity, Quality, and Water Conservation. There are also links for Federal and State Employment Law and Safety posters. Posters are only available to members and can be download from here. |
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WaterSavers
The Western Carwash Association (WCA) and the International Carwash Association (ICA) have formed an alliance that will allow WCA members to participate in the ICA WaterSavers™ program. This partnership provides WCA with the same $129 annual membership fee charged to current ICA members, regardless if they are members of ICA or not, as long as they are an active member with WCA.
Contact ICA at www.icawatersavers.org. |
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Web Sites and Hosting
WashCard Systems is offering an exclusive benefit to WCA Members usually reserved only for WashCard clients – Incredible, fully developed Web sites for only $99. As an added bonus, they will host your site for only $12.99/month – a significant savings over other providers. Contact Ryan Carlson at (888) 439-5740 for more information. |
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2013 Western Car Wash Show
Small Investment – Big Ideas
September 11-12, 2013 | San Diego Convention Center
ABOUT THE WCA CONVENTION AND TRADESHOW
The Western Carwash Association (WCA) is hosting its Western Car Wash Show at the San Diego Convention Center in beautiful San Diego, California. More than 500 car wash owner/operators attending education sessions and more than 1,600 attendees walking the tradeshow floor are anticipated. With 20 million people and 2,000+ car washes within 200 miles of San Diego along with the lowest registration cost in over a decade, this show will draw a huge drive-in attendance. WCA is the longest running regional car wash show in the U.S. and draws attendees from the twelve western states as well as throughout the country. Being an exhibitor provides you with unique access to the top leaders and decision-makers in the car wash industry.
Interested in Exhibiting Contact
Micheyl Barnett
Convention & Meeting Coordinator
(800) 344-9274
(916) 932-2209 Fax
micheylb@wcwa.org
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Roadshow and Car Wash Tour
Every year WCA organizes a Roadshow and Car Wash Tour giving members an opportunity to visit a mixture of Full/Express/Flex Self-serve Car Washes, and enjoy lunch, networking and education by industry experts. |
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Rat Our Your Friends
RatOutYourFriends.com is the only company that not only helps crime victims seeking information on a crime, but also helps facilitate the exchange of information or property for a reward. Victims and informants can communicate, negotiate, and then exchange information (or property) for a reward,while remaining anonymous throughout the entire process.
Read more...
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WaterWise Certification Program
The WCA Water Conservation Certification Program (WCA/WCCP) is a FREE tool for WCA car wash operator members to be recognized for their water conservation efforts and help educate consumers and water utility companies as to the benefits of professional car washing as it pertains to water conservation and protecting the environment. Click here Water Wise for more information. |
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Member Discussion Forum
Click here to join the discussion. |
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Additional Benefits
Legislative Monitoring in all 12 Western states and Washington D.C. We lobby for bills that will be beneficial to car wash operators and against the bills that will be harmful.
Members Only Section contact the WCA office at [800] 344-9274 to have your User Name & Password issued.
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