Brake/Tire Specialist

U-Haul

Brake and tire technician maintaining U-Haul’s truck and trailer fleet in Glenwood. Performing tire service, brake maintenance, inspections, and occasional vehicle road tests.

Posted 8/5/2026part-timeGlenwood • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $17 - $34 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates mechanical aptitude and repair experience, with the ability to perform tire and brake maintenance, and utilize proprietary technology for vehicle assessment. Committed to safety and teamwork while executing manual labor tasks effectively.

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Mechanical AptitudeTire And Brake MaintenanceDriver's LicenseBasic Computer SkillsSafety Compliance

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Hard Skills

Tire MountingTire DismountingTire BalancingVehicle Road TestingManual Labor

Soft Skills

TeamworkIndependenceAlertness

Tools & Technologies

Proprietary TechnologyElectronic Pre-Inspection Checklist

Industry Keywords

Production LineProtective ClothingSafety GearNicotine-Free Policy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Secure trucks on lifts and ramps
Perform tire and brake maintenance
Mount, dismount, and balance tires
Occasionally road test vehicles
Work in a production line
Use U-Haul Company’s proprietary technology and electronic pre-inspection checklist to assess and care for field vehicles
Assist in additional areas as necessary under supervisor direction and guidance
Work safely during manual-labor tasks and remain alert

Requirements

What you’ll need

Basic mechanical aptitude
1–2 years of repair experience preferred
Driver’s license
Ability to work as part of a team and individually
Basic computer skills
Regular attendance
Ability to perform manual labor safely and remain alert
Ability to use protective clothing or gear such as masks, safety shoes, goggles, gloves, or face shields
Must not use nicotine products, consistent with applicable state law and U-Haul hiring policy

Benefits

Comp & perks

Technician Training Program with Ford, GMC, and U-Haul training classes
U-Haul-provided tools
$100 Hiring Bonus
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, events, and resources
Discounts on Apple products, Dell computers, hotels, and more
Paid hands-on working interview