Tractor Technician I

jbhunt; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

JB Hunt Joliet, Illinois is seeking a Tractor Technician I in Maintenance. Under close supervision, you will perform basic maintenance, service, and repair of tractors and equipment to JB Hunt specifications.

This full-time role may require working outdoors, across multiple shifts including nights and weekends, with potential overtime. You will complete fleet maintenance tasks and communicate professionally with JB Hunt personnel and customers.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ with 1 year of semi-tractor maintenance/repair experience or equivalent; willing to work outdoors, nights/weekends.
• Basic tools required; employees typically supply their own tools or obtain them via toolbox program.
• Preferred: High School Diploma or GED; DOT/FHWA inspections and air brakes experience; good communication; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic maintenance and repairs on tractors per manufacturer specs and company requirements.
• Follow shop safety procedures and maintain professional communication with JB Hunt personnel and customers.
• Complete work orders and meet standard repair times and warranty guidelines.
• Work independently or as part of a team across shifts, including nights/weekends.

Skills

Tractor maintenance

Outdoor work

Basic tools use

Effective communication

Teamwork

Reading English

Safety procedures

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title

Tractor Technician I

Department

Maintenance

Country

United States of America

State/Province

Illinois

City

Joliet

Full/Part Time

Full time

Job Summary

Under close supervision, this position is responsible for performing basic maintenance, service, and repair of J.B. Hunt tractors and other equipment. Technicians must be able to 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

• Demonstrate foundational technical knowledge of preventative maintenance, replacement of parts/components, and basic 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 - Work independently and seek assistance as needed
• Understand and effectively follow all shop safety procedures
• Maintain professional communication with JB Hunt personnel and customers at all times
• Accurately perform basic repairs to company and manufacturer's specifications, complete work orders, and demonstrate proficiency in company requirements for standard repair times (SRT) and warranty guidelines

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
• 18 years of age with 1 year 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. 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.
• At least 1 year of experience in DOT inspections, FHWA inspections, and air brakes
• 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
• Basic active listening skills
• Basic computer skills and/or comfortable working with a computer
• Basic deductive reasoning skills
• Basic organizational skills
• Basic time management skills
• Self-motivation

The expected starting pay range for this position is between

$27.04 - $33.80 .

A sign-on bonus may be offered for a limited time to qualified applicants.

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.

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, and six paid holidays annually.

Education

GED, High School

Work Experience

Maintenance

Job Opening ID:

00649412 Tractor Technician I (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.