Moving Center General Manager Trainee

U-Haul; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical coverage

Prescription plans

Dental and vision plans

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Career stability

Opportunities for advancement

On-the-job training

401(k) savings plan

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

U-Haul is seeking a responsible General Manager Trainee to learn how to run a moving and storage center. You will observe operations, manage inventory, and ensure equipment is well maintained in a fast-paced environment.

This paid trainee program includes two hands-on interviews with pay, plus a $100 hiring bonus and a $300 cash bonus after completing the U-Haul Equipment Inspection and Verification through the 1-2-3 Punch Certification Program at retail stores, along with strong benefit options.

Qualifications

• 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 high-volume retail 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

Responsibilities

• Manage the fleet to deliver clean and well-maintained equipment
• Track and itemize inventory
• Ensure that customers receive the highest quality 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

Skills

Computer skills

Organizational skills

P&L accountability

Retail management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

U-Haul is looking for a responsible, motivated and thoughtful person to come onboard to learn how to manage one of our moving and storage centers. As General Manager Trainee you will be able to see the ways to make our rental facilities profitable and efficient by 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.

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.

Compensation

$15 per hour

U-Haul Offers General Manager Trainees

• Full medical coverage, if eligible
• Prescription plans, if eligible
• Dental and vision plans
• Registered Dietitian Program, if eligible
• Gym Reimbursement Program
• Weight Watchers, if eligible
• Virtual doctor visits
• Career stability
• Opportunities for advancement
• Valuable on-the-job training
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Free online courses for personal and professional development at U-Haul University®
• Business-travel insurance
• You Matter Employee Assistance Program
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick days, if eligible
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) savings plan
• Life insurance
• Critical illness/group accident coverage
• 24-hour physician available for kids
• MetLaw Legal Program
• MetLife auto and home insurance
• Mindset App Program
• Discounts on cell phone plans, hotels and more
• LifeLock identity theft protection
• Savvy consumer-wellness programs - from health-care tips to financial wellness
• Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program
• U-Haul Federal Credit Union membership

General Manager Trainee Responsibilities

• Manage the fleet to deliver clean and well-maintained equipment
• Track and itemize inventory
• Ensure that customers receive the highest quality 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 high-volume retail 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.