Parts Technician

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Safety incentives program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. is seeking a Parts Technician to ensure parts availability for truck and trailer technicians, manage stock levels, audits, and order submissions.

The role includes outdoor work possibilities and variable shifts, including nights/weekends, with full-time attendance. Responsibilities include fulfilling technician requests, safety adherence, training others, maintaining systems, and handling core/warranty returns, while ensuring accurate inventory and storage.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED; up to 18 months of direct experience or training; outdoor work and multi-shift availability.
• Preferred Qualifications: multitask ability, independent work, active listening, organizational skills, time management, self-motivation, ability to lift 50 lbs and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill parts requests by technicians and ensure proper charging to the unit under repair.
• Observe all Company safety requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Mentor and train other shop personnel.
• Ensure compliance of safety policies.
• Maintain a clean, well-ordered work environment free of trash and hazards.
• Retain and ship parts per Warranty Retention and Core Management procedures.
• Provide administrative support by copying, typing, maintaining records and filing.
• Maintain JBHT information systems regarding parts receipts, shipments, inventories and usage.
• Ensure each unit has required inventory to determine usability and replacement of non-functional equipment.
• Conduct cycle counts and periodic inventories as required.
• Receive inbound shipments of parts and fuel; stock inbound parts to proper storage location.

Job description

Job Summary

Under routine supervision, this position is responsible for ensuring parts are available to truck and trailer technicians for repairs. Manage inventory stock levels, perform audits, and submit orders to maintain an adequate supply of parts. Maintain information systems and process core and warranty returns according to Company requirements. This position has the possibility to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends in addition to overtime; it requires full-time attendance.

Under routine supervision, this position is responsible for ensuring parts are available to truck and trailer technicians for repairs. Manage inventory stock levels, perform audits, and submit orders to maintain an adequate supply of parts. Maintain information systems and process core and warranty returns according to Company requirements. This position has the possibility to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends in addition to overtime; it requires full-time attendance.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Fulfill parts requests by technicians and ensure parts are properly charged to the unit under repair
• Observe all Company safety requirements
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Mentor and train other shop personnel
• Ensure compliance of safety policies
• Maintain a clean, well-ordered work environment free of trash and hazards
• Retain and ship parts per the Company’s Warranty Retention and Core Management procedures
• Provide administrative support by copying and typing correspondence, maintaining records and filing
• Maintain JBHT information systems in regards to parts receipts, shipments, inventories, and usage
• Ensure each unit has required inventory of equipment in order to determine usability and replacement of non-functional equipment
• Conduct Cycle Counts and periodic inventories as required
• Receive inbound shipments of parts and fuel to ensure proper quantity ordered and free of damage; stock inbound parts to proper storage location and update information systems.

Shift Schedule

Shifts may vary based upon location and business needs.

In addition to the company benefits listed below, the maintenance team will also have access to:

• Career growth opportunities
• Company-provided uniforms and annual boot program
• Safety culture with bonus incentives

Technicians can gain new skills and grow their opportunities through J.B. Hunt's Technician Career Advancement (TCA) program

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED equivalent and up to a 12 to 18 months of direct experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Ability to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to multitask
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Basic deductive reasoning skills
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient active listening skills
• Proficient organizational skills
• Proficient time management skills
• Self-motivation
• Ability to fulfill physical requirements of the job including: lifting above 50 lbs.., bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling
• Ability to wear appropriate work attire (protective gear/PPE)
• Ability to exercise discretion
• Ability to make time-sensitive decisions.

The expected starting pay range for this position is between

$19.44 - $27.71

Don’t let distance keep you from becoming a part of our team! Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates located outside a 50-mile radius of the job.

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Applicants can be considered for I, II, or Sr. Level Parts Technician depending on verified years of experience and position availability.

Compensation

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.

Education

GED (Required), High School (Required)

Work Experience

Maintenance, Safety, Transportation/Logistics

Job Opening ID

00645075 Parts Technician (Open)

“This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.”

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.