At ZIPS Car Wash, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Few represent that better than Patric Allred, Site Manager at our Crossville, Tennessee location. With six years at ZIPS and more than fifteen years in the car wash industry, Patric’s story is rooted in consistency, integrity, and strong relationships.
Built on Relationships
For Patric, the best part of working at ZIPS is the people. He values getting to know customers, building trust, and working alongside a team that truly feels like family. Staying connected to the Crossville community is a big part of what makes his work meaningful and rewarding.
A Career That Came Full Circle
Patric’s car wash journey began in the very building he manages today. In 2011, fresh out of high school and working toward his bachelor’s degree, he started washing cars there when it was owned by a different company.
Over the years, he has watched the location grow and evolve, met coworkers from across the country, and turned what started as a job into a long-term career. Through all the change, the positive and supportive environment has remained a constant source of motivation.
Living the ZIPS Values
Patric lives out the ZIPS values by leading with integrity and a strong work ethic every day. He focuses on doing the right thing, encouraging his team, and pushing himself to go beyond the minimum so customers and coworkers feel supported.
That approach helped him earn recognition through the holiday gift card sales giveaway. By focusing on education and confidence, Patric ensured his team understood the benefits of the products, could explain them clearly, and knew how to connect the right solution to each customer. When the team believes in what they offer and follows a simple plan, success follows.
Advice That Works
Patric’s advice to other team members reflects the habits that have shaped his own success. Learn the wash inside and out. Communicate daily with your team. Stay consistent.
Rather than chasing one big day, he believes in building steady habits. Showing up with the same mindset and effort every shift is what drives lasting results.
A Pro’s Perspective on Car Care
Patric knows that while vehicles naturally depreciate, consistent care helps protect your investment. Keeping both the interior and exterior clean, along with using protective options like waxes and ceramic or graphene coatings, helps shield paint from UV exposure and environmental elements. Over time, this reduces wear and helps maintain a vehicle’s value.
The quickest way customers can make a noticeable impact is with a ZIPS membership. It removes the temptation to put car care off, makes visits easy and convenient, and encourages regular upkeep.
When it comes to personal recommendations, Patric stands by ceramic and graphene protection. These options provide a strong barrier against the elements, help reduce oxidation, and make vehicles easier to keep clean between washes.
How He Wants Customers to Feel
Patric wants every customer to feel welcomed, appreciated, and cared for from the moment they arrive. His goal is for people to feel confident that ZIPS will deliver a quick, quality clean they can trust every time.
Getting to Know Patric
If he had to describe himself as part of the car wash process, he would choose:
"The ceramic protection stage — because it’s all about long-term consistency and taking pride in the final result. I’m in it for the long haul, and I’ve built my career in this industry over the last 15+ years by showing up, staying steady, and helping the team and customers feel confident every step of the way."
Way to go, Patric! We're proud to have him as a member of our ZIPS family. Visit him today and say hello!