Hitch Installer / Entry Level Mechanic

U-Haul; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Hitch Service Technician to join their team. In this hands-on role, you will work directly with customers to provide expert service and install towing packages. With a focus on career growth, you will have opportunities for advancement and can enjoy immediate pay upon starting. This dynamic position is perfect for those who enjoy working with their hands and are eager to learn valuable technical skills. Join a company that values your hard work and offers a range of benefits, including bonuses and health insurance, while being part of a culture committed to health and wellness.

Benefits

Career stability

Opportunities for advancement

Mindset App Reimbursement

Gym Reimbursement Program

Health insurance & Prescription plans

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days

Life insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Discounts on various products and services

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.
• Experience with wiring and tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Understand and explain towing packages to customers.
• Recommend and install tow packages on vehicles.
• Provide exceptional customer service.

Skills

Basic wiring experience

Hand/power tool experience

Customer service skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location:

1224 N Tryon St, Charlotte, North Carolina 28206 United States of America

Do you enjoy working with your hands? Are you interested in learning valuable technical skills? U-Haul is seeking a hard-working, knowledgeable person for the position of Hitch Service Technician. Hitch Service Technicians work in U-Haul Moving and Storage Center lots to provide outstanding service to customers using their advanced technical expertise.

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

U-Haul Offers Hitch Service Technicians:

• Career stability
• Opportunities for advancement
• Mindset App Reimbursement
• Gym Reimbursement Program
• Health insurance & Prescription plans, if eligible
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days, if eligible
• Life insurance
• MetLaw Legal program
• MetLife auto and home insurance
• Discounts on Apple products, Dell computers, cell phone plans, hotels, and more
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 24-hour physician available for kids
• Dental & Vision Plans
• Business travel insurance
• You Matter Program (EAP) Employee Assistance Program
• LifeLock Identity Theft Protection
• Critical Illness/Group Accident Insurance
• Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program

Hitch Service Technician Primary Responsibilities:

• Understand and explain U-Haul’s variety of towing packages
• Recommend and install the right tow package on customer vehicles
• Provide exceptional customer service and support to U-Haul customers.
• Other duties as assigned
• Participate in ongoing continuous U-Haul education through U-Haul University

Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license and the ability to maintain a good driving record
• Basic wiring and hand/power tool experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent

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.

About the company

U-Haul is an American moving equipment and storage rental company, based in Phoenix, Arizona, that has been in operation since 1945. U-Haul is the largest installer of permanent trailer hitches in the automotive aftermarket industry and is the largest retailer of propane in the U.S.