Field Mobile Technician I — Trailers & Equipment

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; Tyler (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Two weeks of paid parental leave

Six paid holidays annually

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. seeks a Mobile Technician I to perform basic maintenance on tractors, trailers, and power equipment at customer sites or rail yards. The role may involve outdoor work, night shifts, weekends, and overtime, with full-time attendance expected.

Under supervision, you will handle tire work, brake adjustments, electrical diagnostics, welding, and minor repairs, while documenting repairs and maintaining safety standards in a dynamic logistics environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; welding certification a plus.
• Experience with DOT/FHWA inspections is preferred.
• Willingness to work outdoors and across multiple shifts, including nights/weekends.
• Must supply basic tools or buy through toolbox program.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic preventive maintenance on tractors, trailers, and power equipment.
• Follow safety requirements at customer sites and rail yards.
• Operate service truck professionally; keep unit clean and stocked.
• Complete work orders and document repairs.
• Document damage to equipment for subrogation purposes.
• Use cutting torch and welding equipment for minor repairs.
• Seal holes in trailer/container panels and perform annual inspections under supervision.

Skills

Outdoor work

Basic mechanical skills

Safety conscious

Team player

Welding ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

DOT/FHWA inspection experience

Tools

Welding equipment

Cutting torch

Forklift certification

EPA 608 certification

Job description

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. seeks a Mobile Technician I to perform basic maintenance on tractors, trailers, and power equipment at customer sites or rail yards. The role may involve outdoor work, night shifts, weekends, and overtime, with full-time attendance expected.

Under supervision, you will handle tire work, brake adjustments, electrical diagnostics, welding, and minor repairs, while documenting repairs and maintaining safety standards in a dynamic logistics environment.