Fleet & Logistics Leadership Trainee

J.B. Hunt; Mount Pleasant (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Manager Trainee in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, to learn the management of a small driver count and non-traditional shifts, including nights and weekends.

The role focuses on safe, timely freight movement, load assignment, and best-in-case customer service under DOT compliance guidance. From there, you will progress through training across fleet operations, budgeting, and reporting, with opportunities to lead teams, optimize operations, and support customer

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or high school diploma with related experience as stated.
• Willingness to travel to account locations and event sites as needed.
• Ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Learn to build and maintain relationships with drivers and safe outside carriers.
• Fill in for absent personnel and support fleet operations optimization.
• Train drivers and staff on internal systems and processes.
• Plan, route, monitor freight movement to ensure on-time service and customer requirements.
• Assist with payroll, budget monitoring, and driver performance reporting.
• Coordinate with maintenance for preventive services and equipment safety.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Shift flexibility

Travel willingness

Relocation willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Transportation/Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Manager Trainee in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, to learn the management of a small driver count and non-traditional shifts, including nights and weekends.

The role focuses on safe, timely freight movement, load assignment, and best-in-case customer service under DOT compliance guidance. From there, you will progress through training across fleet operations, budgeting, and reporting, with opportunities to lead teams, optimize operations, and support customer