Automotive Preventive Maintenance Technician

U-Haul; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Gym reimbursement program

Opportunities for advancement

Wellness programs

Discounts on various products

Job summary

U-Haul is looking for a Preventive Maintenance Technician in Charlotte, North Carolina. In this role, you will be responsible for performing preventive maintenance on Ford and GMC trucks, which includes oil changes, brake maintenance, and tire inspections.

The ideal candidate should have basic mechanical aptitude, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. U-Haul offers valuable training, job stability, and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical aptitude and repair experience preferred.
• Driver’s license.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as individually.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Secure trucks on lifts and ramps.
• Lubricate suspensions, perform oil changes and replace minor parts.
• Perform tire and brake maintenance.
• Occasionally road-test vehicles.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Repair experience

Driver’s license

Ability to work in a team

Basic computer skills

Safety awareness

Job description

U-HAUL PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

U-Haul is seeking skilled technicians to perform preventive maintenance on Ford and GMC trucks as part of our fleet care program.

Primary Responsibilities

• Secure trucks on lifts and ramps.
• Lubricate suspensions, perform oil changes and replace minor parts.
• Perform tire and brake maintenance.
• Occasionally road-test vehicles.
• Use a proprietary electronic pre‑inspection checklist.
• Support additional tasks as directed by supervisors.

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic mechanical aptitude and repair experience preferred.
• Driver’s license.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as individually.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Basic computer skills.
• Regular attendance.
• Tools are provided for preventive maintenance technicians.

Work Environment

The work involves manual labor and requires safety awareness. Protective clothing or gear (masks, safety shoes, goggles, gloves, shields) may be required.

Physical Demands

Required to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. (assisted or unassisted). Frequent standing, sitting, and movement beneath equipment.

Benefits

• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days (if eligible).
• Career stability.
• Gym reimbursement program (if eligible).
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Valuable on‑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.