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U-Haul Area Field Manager in Melrose Park, Illinois
Location:
1731 S MT Prospect Rd, Des Plaines, Illinois 60018 United States of America
Are you a self-starter? Are you tired of being locked down in an office all day? Do you crave the flexibility to manage, plan and execute your day-to-day workload? If so, then this opportunity is the one for you! As an Area Field Manager, you will be responsible for actively promoting the U-Haul brand and educating our independent business partners and leaders on the benefits and advantages of becoming a U-Haul dealer.
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
Area Field Manager Primary Responsibilities include:
Work with small businesses within your designated route to prospect, open and grow the U-Haul dealership organization.
Develop and manage business relationships with small business owners and U-Haul dealerships to provide professional insight into local markets and the ability to train and educate dealers on areas for potential growth.
Manage your routes profit and loss through careful analysis to effectively grow your route through transactions by providing products and services to the communities you serve.
Service and maintain current U-Haul equipment and displays to ensure operational excellence and marketability.
Work with support staff to ensure the success of U-Haul dealerships within your route with efficiency.
Operate a properly stocked and maintained U-Haul service vehicle that will be used to properly distribute equipment throughout your route. Perform minor repair and maintenance on U-Haul equipment. Arrange for the recovery of lost, stolen or abandoned U-Haul equipment.
Participate in ongoing continuous U-Haul education through U-Haul University.
Minimum Requirements:
Valid driver’s license and the ability to maintain a good driving record to operate commercial motor vehicles
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be able to obtain a D.O.T. health certificate from a federally registered medical examiner
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 while remaining stationary, traversing spaces, repositioning to reach and use tools, and moving a minimum of 50 lbs. assisted or unassisted.
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.