Sr Mobile Technician

J.b.-Hun; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Maternity leave

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Sr Mobile Technician in Bethlehem, PA to perform complex maintenance, service, and repair on trailers, containers, chassis and power equipment at customer sites or rail yards using a mobile service truck.

The Senior will diagnose and troubleshoot to meet J.B. Hunt specifications, supervise shifts as needed, and ensure safety at all times. Ability to work nights/weekends and outdoors is required in some assignments.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age for equipment up to 10,000 lbs or 21 years for over 10,000 lbs with 2–3 years’ experience in semi-trailer maintenance and repair.
• Clean motor vehicle record per JB Hunt guidelines.
• Own tools required; employer may offer toolbox purchase program in some locations.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex diagnostics, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on trailers, chassis and power equipment.
• Oversee recall campaigns and sign off on completion.
• Diagnose and repair ABS, refrigeration units, lift gates, and frame alignment.
• Maintain service truck parts inventory and ensure stock readiness.
• Onboard and mentor trainees; act as team lead and delegate work.
• Follow all safety requirements at customer sites or rail yards.
• Operate service truck professionally and keep it clean and stocked.
• Accurately complete work orders and written materials per procedures.
• Document damage for subrogation of repair costs.
• Use cutting torch and welding equipment for mid-level chassis repairs.
• Patch holes in panels and roofs; ensure water tightness.
• Perform annual AA Trailer and FHWA Brake Inspections sign off.

Skills

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Lead and mentoring

Service truck operation

Documentation

Welding

Cutting torch use

Inventory management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDL Class A

FHWA Inspections & Air Brakes

EPA 608 Certification

Refrigeration License

Welding Certification

Forklift Certification

Job description

Job Title:Sr Mobile TechnicianDepartment:MaintenanceCountry:United States of AmericaState/Province:PennsylvaniaCity:BethlehemFull/Part Time:Full timeJob Summary:Under general supervision, this position acts as a subject matter expert for Mobile Technicians. The Senior is responsible for performing complex maintenance, service, and repair of J.B. Hunt trailers, containers, chassis and power equipment at a customer site or rail yard using a mobile service truck. Technicians must be able to troubleshoot, diagnose, and complete all fleet maintenance processes and ensure that units meet J. B. Hunt specifications at all times. This position has the possibility to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends.Job Description:Key Responsibilities: • Perform complex dianostics, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance tasks to include, but not limited to, tire replacements/flat repairs, brake adjustments/services/replacements, electrical diagnostics, basic structural repairs on trailer chassis, sub-frames, etc • Oversee recall campaigns and sign off on completion • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair ABS system and specialized equipment including regrigerated units, lift gates, and frame alignment • Properly attend to service truck parts inventory • May onboard and mentor new Tractor Technician trainees; act as team lead to include beginning or ending shifts; delegate work to team members to see repairs to completion • Follow all safety requirements while at a customer or rail yard • Operate assigned service truck in a professional manner and according to company requirements; keep unit clean and well stocked • Accurately complete work orders and other written materials according to established procedures • Properly document damage to company equipment to allow subrogation of repair costs • Understand and demonstrate the proficient use of a cutting torch and welding equipment and perform mid-level repairs on chassis, frames, brackets, etc • Patch holes in trailer/container side panels and roofs ensuring all holes are sealed and water tight • Perform annual AA Trailer and FHWA Brake Inspections sign offQualifications:Minimum Qualification: 18 years of age for equipment up to 10,000 lbs or 21 years of age for equipment over 10,000 lbs with 2-3 years of experience in Semi-Tractor/Trailer maintenance and repair and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experienceIllustrate a clean motor vehicle record as per JB Hunt guidelines.Basic tools are required to successfully perform this role. These tools must be supplied by the employee in most locations. Employees without their own tools may obtain them through toolbox purchase program.Preferred Qualification: High School Diploma or GED equivalent; 3-4 years of experience in Semi-Trailer maintenance and repair and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experienceCommercial Drivers LicenseDOT certified in FHWA Inspections & Air BrakesAt least 1-year of experience in Federal highway inspections and air brakesWelding certificationForklift certification and experienceEPA section 608 certification and Refrigeration LicenseAbility to communicate (written and verbal) effectivelyAbility to fulfill physical requirements (lift/move appliance up to 50 pounds)Ability to multitaskAbility to read documents and/or information in EnglishAbility to wear appropriate work attire (protective gear/PPE)Ability to work both independently and as part of a teamAdvanced active listening skillsAdvanced computer skillsAdvanced deductive reasoning skillsAdvanced inventory management skillsAdvanced organizational skillsAdvanced problem solving skillsAdvanced time management skillsCustomer Service Skills may be the face of account/ramp repairsSelf-motivationCompensation: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, High SchoolWork Experience:MaintenanceCertifications:Commercial Driver's License - Class A - Department of TransportationJob Opening ID:00533053 Sr Mobile 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. Both J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. and Hunt Mexicana S.A. de C.V. are equal employment opportunity employers without regard to any characteristic protected under applicable law, including veterans and disability.