Tractor Technician

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Six weeks maternity leave

Paid parental leave

Six paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Tractor Technician in the Maintenance department.

The Senior-level role focuses on complex maintenance, service, and repair of tractors and equipment, with potential shifts including nights, weekends, and overtime. The position requires independent work and adherence to JB Hunt specifications. The role involves troubleshooting, diagnosing, and performing advanced repairs while mentoring trainees and leading shift teams as needed.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age with 3+ years of experience in Semi-Tractor maintenance and repair, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• AC Certification required.
• At least 1 year of experience in DOT inspections, FHWA inspections, and air brakes.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of preventative maintenance and complex repairs on tractors.
• May onboard and mentor new Tractor Technician trainees; act as team lead on shifts.
• Participate in OE training for OE repairs.
• Troubleshoot tractor issues and develop innovative solutions with minimal direction.
• Follow all shop safety procedures and communicate professionally with JB Hunt personnel and customers.
• Complete secondary maintenance on escalated repairs and ensure work orders meet specifications and warranty guidelines.

Skills

Tractor maintenance

DOT inspections

FHWA inspections

Air brakes

AC certification

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

GED or High School diploma

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

Job Title:

Tractor Technician

Department:

Maintenance

Country:

United States of America

State/Province:

New York

City:

Syracuse

Full/Part Time:

Full time

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, this position acts as a subject matter expert for Tractor Technicians. The Senior is responsible for performing complex maintenance, service, and repair of J.B. Hunt tractors and other equipment. 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 in addition to overtime; it requires full-time attendance.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate advanced technical knowledge of preventative maintenance, replacement of parts/components, and complex repairs as it pertains to tractor maintenance including but not limited to the fuel system, battery, engine, drive train, onboard computer, transmission, air brake systems, and FHWA Inspections
• May onboard and mentor new Tractor Technician trainees; act as team lead to include beginning or ending shifts
• Participate in Original Equipment Manufacturing training for OE repairs
• Troubleshoot tractor issues, develop innovative solutions and work independently under minimal direction
• Understand and effectively follow all shop safety procedures
• Maintain professional communication with JB Hunt personnel and customers at all times
• Complete secondary maintenance on escalated repairs
• Accurately perform the most difficult repairs to company and manufacturer’s specifications, complete work orders, and exceed requirements forstandard repair times (SRT) and warranty guidelines

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

18 years of age with 3 or more years of experience in Semi-Tractor maintenance and repair and/or training and/or military equivalent experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience; willingness to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed. A/C Certification, at least 1 year of experience in DOT inspections, FHWA inspections, and air brakes. 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 a toolbox purchase program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively
• Ability to fulfill physical requirements (lift/move appliance up to 50 lbs)
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to read documents and/or information in English
• Ability to wear appropriate work attire (protective gear/PPE)
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Advanced active listening skills
• Advanced computer skills and/or comfortable working with a computer
• Advanced deductive reasoning skills
• Advanced organizational skills
• Advanced problem-solving skills
• Advanced time management skills
• Self-motivation

The expected starting pay range for this position is between $28.47 - $42.71:

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

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, High School

Work Experience:

Maintenance

Certifications:

Job Opening ID:

00635543 Tractor 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. _