Preventive Maintenance Technician

**Location**:
350 Horseshoe Lake Dr, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3S 0B4 Canada

Are you ready to rev up your career? U-Haul is looking for skilled technicians to ensure that the newest fleet in the industry remains in top condition for our customers. If you have the skills and passion to perform preventive maintenance on Ford and GMC trucks, then this career opportunity at U-Haul is for you

Whether you are looking for your first job in the industry or have vehicle repair experience already, U-Haul is the place for you We have the largest fleet of trucks and trailers in the industry and we need a first-class team to keep them maintained for our customers. We add to our fleet each year, ensuring that you will always be working on the latest new equipment.

You will also be able to continue to grow through our Technician Training Program, using classes from Ford, GMC and U-Haul itself. U-Haul will provide you with the tools needed to do your job. You will also learn from many of our longtime team members, as U-Haul is known for its longtime team members and our family atmosphere.

Our motto is “Hire Fast Pay Fast.” You can start today and get paid today All you must do is come in and get a paid hands-on working interview. We also offer a **$100 Hiring Bonus**

**Primary Responsibilities**:

- Secure trucks on lifts and ramps.
- Lubricate suspensions, perform oil changes and replace minor parts.
- Perform tire and brake maintenance.
- Occasionally road-test vehicles
- Use a proprietary electronic pre-inspection checklist.

**Minimum Qualifications**:

- Basic mechanical aptitude and repair experience preferred
- Driver’s license
- The ability to work as part of a team as well as individually
- Basic mechanical aptitude
- Basic computer skills
- Regular attendance

**Work Environment**:
The work involves manual labor and the ability to work safely and to be alert at all times. You may be required to use protective clothing or gear such as masks, safety shoes, goggles, gloves or shields.

**Physical Demands**:
While performing the duties required, you should be able to be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs assisted or unassisted. You will also be moving frequently, standing, sitting and moving beneath equipment.

**Perks of Joining the U-Haul Team**:
Get your career moving with a Company that empowers team members to the healthiest version of themselves We provide robust wellness benefits, events and resources to help team members becomes 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. **NOTE**:Tools are provided for preventive maintenance technicians.

**U-Haul Offers**:

- 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

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.