Hitch Professional

U-Haul International, Inc.; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement opportunities

Health insurance

Paid holidays

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Identity Theft Protection

Job summary

U-Haul International, Inc. in Groton, CT is seeking a Hitch Service Technician to install and explain tow packages while delivering friendly, reliable customer service on U-Haul lots.

Requirements include a valid driver’s license, basic wiring and hand/power tool experience, and a High School Diploma or equivalent. The role supports ongoing training through U-Haul University and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Basic wiring and hand/power tool experience.

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.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Wiring basics

Job description

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.

Benefits and Incentives

• Opportunities for advancement
• Mindset App Reimbursement
• 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
• Business travel insurance
• You Matter Program (EAP) Employee Assistance Program
• LifeLock Identity Theft Protection
• Critical Illness/Group Accident Insurance
• Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program

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

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 stationery, traversing spaces, repositioning to reach and use tools, and moving a minimum of 50 lbs. assisted or unassisted.

U-Haul is an equal opportunity employer. All applications 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.