Parts Technician

J.B. Hunt; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical benefit

dental benefit

vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

life insurance

short-term and long-term disability

paid time off

Job summary

J.B. Hunt in Indianapolis, Indiana is seeking a Parts Technician to ensure parts are available for truck and trailer repairs. You will manage inventory, perform audits, and process returns to maintain supply levels.

This role offers a $1,500 sign-on bonus for a limited time. The position requires outdoor work at times, multiple shifts including nights/weekends, and full-time attendance. You will stock, track, and ship parts and support shop personnel while upholding safety and record-keeping

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Outdoor work and shift flexibility including nights/weekends.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced shop environment.
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill parts requests by technicians and ensure proper charging to the unit under repair.
• Observe all Company safety requirements and maintain a safe work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Mentor and train other shop personnel on procedures and safety.
• Maintain JBHT information systems for parts receipts, shipments, and inventories.
• Receive inbound shipments and stock parts to proper locations; update records accordingly.
• Conduct cycle counts and periodic inventories to ensure accuracy.
• Provide administrative support like copying, filing, and record-keeping.

Skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Deductive reasoning

Fast-paced environment

Active listening

Organizational skills

Time management

Self-motivation

Lift 50 lbs

PPE compliance

Education

GED/High School

Job description

Job Title: Parts Technician

Department: Maintenance

Country: United States of America

State/Province: Indiana

City: Indianapolis

Full/Part Time: Full time

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.

Job Description

$1,500 sign on bonus available for limited time.

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

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.

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

• 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
• six paid holidays annually

Education

GED (Required), High School (Required)

Work Experience

Maintenance, Safety, Transportation/Logistics

Job Opening ID

00642148 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.

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