Logistics & Fleet Ops Trainee — Path to Leadership

jbhunt; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

J.B. Hunt is hiring a Manager Trainee Spring 2027 in Stockton, CA. Under general supervision, you will learn to manage a small driver count, handle non-traditional shifts, and ensure safe, timely freight movement while adhering to DOT regulations.

You will interact with drivers, customers, and internal teams to plan, route, and monitor loads and deliveries. The role emphasizes building relationships with drivers and carriers, supporting payroll and budgeting tasks, and contributing to continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Transportation/Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Willing to travel to account, customer, and company event locations when applicable
• Ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed
• Willingness to regionally relocate dependent on account assignment

Responsibilities

• Learn to build positive relationships with drivers and carriers to set up new partners and sustain productivity.
• Cover for absences and work on projects to optimize fleet operations and profitability; train drivers and staff.
• Improve fleet efficiency with KPIs and prepare customer-specific reporting and financial analysis.
• Learn inventory, assets, and driver assignment management to balance equipment.
• Perform payroll, budgeting, driver counseling, invoicing, and report creation.
• Manage yard operations, maintenance coordination, and safety compliance.
• Coordinate with drivers, customers, and staff to resolve service issues and route planning.
• Maintain safety culture with driver safety messages and trainings.

Skills

Travel willingness

Shift flexibility

Relocation willingness

Education

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

Job description

J.B. Hunt is hiring a Manager Trainee Spring 2027 in Stockton, CA. Under general supervision, you will learn to manage a small driver count, handle non-traditional shifts, and ensure safe, timely freight movement while adhering to DOT regulations.

You will interact with drivers, customers, and internal teams to plan, route, and monitor loads and deliveries. The role emphasizes building relationships with drivers and carriers, supporting payroll and budgeting tasks, and contributing to continuous