Truck/Trailer Development Specialist

U-Haul; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision plan

Onsite medical clinic

Fitness gym reimbursement

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee stock ownership

Job summary

U-Haul is seeking a Truck Trailer Development Specialist in Tempe to advance truck and trailer designs, improve repair standards, and coordinate with cross-functional teams. You will work on powertrain systems, validate OEM specs, and guide technicians through wiring schematics.

The role requires 3–5 years of repair/diagnostics experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive, team-oriented mindset. Safety and quality are priorities in this hands-on engineering environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years repair and diagnostics experience.
• U-Haul Master Technician status not a prerequisite but desired.
• U-Haul Master Technician status within 2 years of job position start date.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Work with powertrain systems and auxiliary automotive components.
• Provide OEM specifications and assist in the diagnostics of equipment mechanical issues.
• Provide, interpret, guide automotive technicians through wiring schematics.
• Research and create repair methods for trucks in the U-Haul fleet.
• Identify and communicate about methods or parts conducive to extending vehicle longevity.

Skills

Electrical basics

Wiring schematics

Drive train diagnostics

Powertrain calibrations

Diagnostic tools

Dealership experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Diagnostic best practices

Adaptability

Ford/GM training

Job description

United States This position is not eligible for employer sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work and must not require employer sponsorship. Location: 8162 S Priest Dr, Tempe, Arizona 85284 United States of America

To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation process, candidates are expected to complete all interviews and assessments independently and without the use of artificial intelligence tools (including AI-generated responses, prompts, or real-time assistance). Use of AI throughout the application and recruiting process may result in removal from consideration. Our goal is to get to know your authentic experiences, communication style, and problem-solving approach.

Job Description

If you are a detail-oriented communicator with a knack for automotive repair, maintenance and diagnostics, consider becoming U-Haul’s newest Truck Trailer Development Specialist. In this role you will be constantly learning about and improving truck and trailer designs, repair standards and identifying areas for improvement and coordinating with a wide variety of team members to accomplish them.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work with powertrain systems and auxiliary automotive components.
• Provide OEM specifications and assist in the diagnostics of equipment mechanical issues.
• Provide, interpret, guide automotive technicians through wiring schematics.
• Research and create repair methods for trucks in the U-Haul fleet.
• Identify and communicate about methods or parts conducive to extending vehicle longevity.

Skills

• Basic understanding of electric/electrical circuit operation.
• Ability to read and comprehend wiring schematics.
• Experience in diagnosing computer controlled drive train components.
• Perform calibrations on vehicle power trains.
• Proficient use of various diagnostic scan tools.
• Automotive service and repair experience in a dealership/ OEM setting.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and technical writing.
• Identify best practices for diagnostic/ repair processes.
• Must be flexible and have a positive attitude.
• Ford and/or GM factory training and experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years repair and diagnostics experience.
• U-Haul Master Technician status not a pre-requisite but desired.
• U-Haul Master Technician status within 2 years of job position start date.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Work Environment

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

U‑Haul Offers

• Medical insurance
• Prescription drug plans
• Dental & Vision plan with hearing care discounts
• Onsite medical clinic for team members and eligible family members
• New indoor fitness gym (Midtown Phoenix campus)
• Get Fit Gym Reimbursement Program
• Registered Dietitian ProgramWeightWatchers CVS Virtual Care
• U‑Haul Kids Program 24‑Hour Nurse Line
• Wellness Program (Healthier You initiatives & challenges)
• Mindset App Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance & Wellness plans
• 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
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Voluntary life insurance options
• Short-Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident & Hospital Indemnity plans
• Business & business travel insurance
• MetLaw Legal Program
• MetLife Auto & Home Insurance
• LifeLock Identity Theft Protection
• Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Financial Wellness Program
• U‑Haul Federal Credit Union
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• You Matter Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, hotels, computers, vehicles & more
• Community involvement & volunteer opportunities
• U‑Haul Mothers Program (Paid maternity leave)
• #LI-DJ1

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.

Since 1945, U-Haul has been serving do-it-yourself movers and their households. Like many other successful ventures, the concept for U-Haul was generated out of need. After World War II, there existed the widespread need for do-it-yourself moving equipment that would be available on a one-way, nationwide basis. U-Haul co-founders L.S. "Sam" Shoen and his wife, Anna Mary Carty Shoen, recognized that need and acted upon it. Their visionary approach spread the cost of ownership among many users, facilitating the mobility of the populations of the U.S. and Canada.