U-Haul Moving Center General Manager CN

U-Haul; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading moving and storage company is seeking a General Manager for their Calgary center. This role involves managing a profitable and efficient operation, hiring staff, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Key responsibilities include overseeing inventory and equipment, performing profit analyses, and maintaining high-quality service. The ideal candidate has management experience, strong organizational skills, and a high school diploma. U-Haul offers a $100 hiring bonus and various benefits to eligible employees.

Benefits

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days

Career stability

Gym Reimbursement Program

Discounts on Apple products and Dell computers

$100 hiring bonus

$300 cash bonus after certification

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of management experience in retail or service industry.
• Proficiency in managing financial results and customer satisfaction.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Manage the fleet and deliver clean, well-maintained equipment.
• Perform profit/loss analyses.
• Hire and mentor new team members.
• Ensure customers receive high levels of care.

Skills

Management experience

Organizational expertise

Computer expertise

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location:

5519 6th St SE, Calgary, Alberta T2H1L6 Canada

Overview

U-Haul is looking for a responsible, motivated and thoughtful person to manage one of our moving and storage centers. As General Manager you will be responsible for keeping your center profitable and efficient by hiring effective staff, keeping track of inventory and managing equipment. You will be solving problems as they arise. Managing a U-Haul moving and storage center is varied, fast-paced and rewarding work.

Benefits

Our motto is “Hire Fast, Pay Fast.” You can start today and get paid today! Schedule a hands-on working interview and get paid for it. We also offer a $100 hiring bonus! In addition, we offer a $300 cash bonus, paid immediately upon completion of U-Haul Equipment Inspection and Verification through our 1-2-3 Punch Certification Program at U-Haul centers.

U-Haul offers General Managers:

• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days, if eligible
• Career stability
• Gym Reimbursement Program, if eligible
• Opportunities for advancement
• Valuable on-the-job training
• Complete Benefit Plan, if eligible
• RRSP payroll deduction plan
• Deferred profit-sharing plan, if eligible
• You Matter Program (EAP)
• Mindset App Program
• Wellness Programs
• Discounts on Apple products, Dell computers, hotels, and more

General Manager Responsibilities:

• Manage the fleet to deliver clean and well-maintained equipment.
• Perform profit/loss analyses.
• Hire and mentor new team members.
• Manage the personnel budget.
• Track and itemize inventory.
• Ensure that customers receive the highest level of care
• Keep track of fuel receipts and petty cash.
• Clean and monitor the premises, and maintain a secure environment.
• Participate in ongoing continuous U-Haul education through U-Haul University.

Minimum Requirements:

• 1-3 years of management experience in retail or another service industry with responsibility for financial results and customer satisfaction
• Computer expertise
• Organizational expertise
• Management proficiency in a high-volume retail operation with profit and loss (P&L) accountability
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to maintain a good driving record
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Able to work weekends and holidays

Work Environment:

The work involves moderate risks or discomforts which require special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, machines, fumes or irritating chemicals. May be required to use protective clothing or gear such as masks, goggles, gloves or shields.

Physical Demands:

The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods both indoors and outdoors of remaining stationary, traversing spaces, repositioning to reach and use tools, and moving a minimum of 50 lbs assisted or unassisted.

U-Haul Holding Company, and its family of companies including U-Haul International, Inc. (“U-Haul”), continually strives to create a culture of health and wellness. Consistent with applicable state law, U-Haul will not hire or re-hire individuals who use nicotine products. The states in which U-Haul will decline to hire nicotine users are: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington. U-Haul has observed this hiring practice since February 1, 2020 as part of our commitment to a healthy work environment for our team.

U-Haul is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, provincial, state or local law. Individual accommodations are available on requests for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Information obtained during this process will only be shared on a need to know basis.