Mobile Trailer Mechanic

AgUpdate; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision after 30 days

Paid time off from day one

401(k) match

Mental health benefits

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

J.B. Hunt is seeking a Mobile Mechanic to perform intermediate service and repair of tractors, trailers, chassis, containers and power equipment on-site at customer sites or rail yards using a mobile service truck.

This is not roadside assistance. The role offers an hourly pay range of $26.53-$33.16 per hour with a limited-time $3,000 sign-on bonus. Multiple shifts are available.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of hands-on mechanic experience servicing semi-trucks and/or trailers or military equivalent.
• Clean motor vehicle record.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Able to supply your own basic tools or purchase through J.B. Hunt purchasing program.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and intermediate repairs (tires, brakes, electrical, structural), including chassis and frame repairs, patching trailer and container panels and roofs
• Inspect equipment and document damage for repair estimates and complete associated work orders with proper repair documentation
• Perform AA trailer and FHWA brake inspections
• Diagnose and repair ABS systems
• Operate and maintain mobile service truck and inventory

Skills

Mechanic experience

Tool handling

Documentation

Job description

The Mobile Mechanic position is responsible for performing intermediate service and repair of J.B. Hunt tractors, trailers, chassis, containers and power equipment on-site at customer sites or rail yard using a mobile service truck.

This is not a roadside assistance job.

The hourly pay range for this role is between$26.53-$33.16per hour and we are offering a$3,000 sign-on bonus for a limited time! Shift schedule: Multiple Shifts

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive maintenance and intermediate repairs (tires, brakes, electrical, structural), including chassis and frame repairs, patching trailer and container panels and roofs
• Inspect equipment and document damage for repair estimates and complete associated work orders with proper repair documentation
• Perform AA trailer and FHWA brake inspections
• Diagnose and repair ABS systems
• Operate and maintain mobile service truck and inventory

Employee Benefits:

• Eligible to enroll in medical, dental and vision insurance after 30 days of employment
• Start earning paid time off on your first day of work
• Paid holiday time off
• Company-matched 401(k)
• Access to mental health benefits, life insurance, paid parental leave and more

Qualifications:

• Candidates must be at least 18 years old
• At least 2 years of hands-on mechanic experience servicing semi-trucks and/or trailers or military equivalent
• Clean motor vehicle record
• Valid driver’s license
• Able to supply your own basic tools or purchase through J.B. Hunt purchasing program

Preferred Qualifications:

• DOT certifications in FHWA inspections and air brakes
• Welding certification
• Forklift certification and experience
• EPA Section 608 certification and refrigeration license

J.B. Hunt has over 65 years of industry-leading expertise in transportation!