Transmission Specialist

U-Haul; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick days (eligible)

Gym Reimbursement Program

Opportunities for advancement

Complete Benefits Plan

Job summary

U-Haul is seeking a skilled automotive technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain gasoline engines and related components in our vehicle fleet. You will perform inspections, engine overhauls, preventive maintenance, and component replacements to keep trucks in top condition.

Ideal candidates will follow safety protocols, maintain a valid commercial driver's license, and work well within a team environment while meeting service deadlines.

Qualifications

• Automotive Service Experience.
• Automotive Diagnostic Maintenance Experience.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record for operating commercial vehicles.
• Must adhere to local, state, and federal vehicular regulations.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose vehicle issues by inspection and testing to identify worn or damaged parts.
• Overhaul and repair engines; disassemble and replace defective parts; adjust as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance, oil changes, lubrication, and engine/chassis care.
• Install timing gears, crankshafts, bearings, cylinders, and drive systems as required.
• Collaborate with team; communicate findings and repair plans clearly.
• Lend assistance in other areas as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Automotive diagnostics maintenance

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Ideal candidates will demonstrate the ability to diagnose the source of mechanical and drivability problems and repair or replace major or minor gasoline-engine parts and related components (heating, cooling systems and radiators) of U-Haul trucks.

Primary Responsibilities Include

• Determine vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identify worn and damaged parts.
• Overhaul and repair engines or motors; disassemble engines and repair or replace defective parts; reassemble engines and make adjustments as needed; use oxygen-acetylene, electro arc-welding or similar types of equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance, maintain and repair engines, and oil and lubricate engine and chassis
• Install timing gears, crankshafts, bearings, cylinders, and drive systems.
• Must have good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Team Members are expected to willingly lend assistance in additional areas as necessary, following the directives and guidance of their supervisor.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and the ability to maintain a good driving record to operate commercial motor vehicles
• Adhere to all local state (provincial) and federal vehicular regulations while driving
• Automotive Service Experience.
• Automotive Diagnostic Maintenance Experience.

Veterans, Military, Military spouses are encouraged to apply!

Education/Training

• High school diploma or equivalent

Perks Of Joining The U-Haul Team

Get your career moving with a company who empowers team members to be the healthiest version of themselves! We provide robust wellness benefits, events, and resources to help team members become the happiest and healthiest they can be.

We offer a Technician Training program that encompasses both Ford and GMC Training Classes, as well as a tool purchase program.

U-Haul Offers

• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days, if eligible
• Career stability
• Gym Reimbursement Program, if eligible
• Opportunities for advancement
• Valuable on-the-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

Work Environment

The work involves moderate risks or discomforts which require special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, machines, fumes, or 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 while remaining stationary, traversing spaces, repositioning to reach and use tools, and moving a minimum of 50 lbs. assisted or unassisted.