Hitch Professional

3M HEALTHCARE; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance & prescription plans

Paid holidays, vacation and sick days

401(k) Savings Plan

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

U‑Haul is hiring a Hitch Service Technician to work in our West Columbia, SC location. You will engage with customers, explain towing options, and install the correct tow package on their vehicles with safety and quality in mind.

The role requires basic wiring and familiarity with hand and power tools, plus a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record. Training is provided through U‑Haul University; participant must meet safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record.
• Basic wiring experience is required to install and explain tow packages.
• Experience with hand and power tools is essential for hitch service work.

Responsibilities

• Explain U‑Haul tow package options to customers.
• Install the appropriate tow package on customer vehicles.
• Provide exceptional customer service and support to customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Participate in ongoing U‑Haul education through U‑Haul University.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Good driving record

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Wiring experience

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Location

1500 Charleston Hwy, West Columbia, South Carolina 29169 United States of America

Job Overview

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

• 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
• MetLife 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

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

Legal & Equal Opportunity

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.