Tractor Technician Trainee

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; East Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; 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

Six weeks maternity leave

Two weeks parental leave

Six paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. is seeking a Tractor Technician Trainee to gain foundational knowledge of air brake systems, shop safety, and related repairs.

The role may involve outdoor work, elements, and multiple shifts, including nights and weekends, with full-time attendance required. Shadow a senior technician, learn to perform repairs per specs, follow warranty and SRT guidelines, and communicate professionally with JB Hunt staff and customers while developing preventive maintenance

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ and willing to work outdoors and across shifts, including nights/weekends.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read English documents and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Shadow a more seniored team member to learn repairs to company specs, complete work orders, and train to meet SRT and warranty guidelines.
• Understand and follow all shop safety procedures.
• Maintain professional communication with JB Hunt personnel and customers.

Skills

Communication (written and verbal)

Physical ability up to 50 pounds

Multitasking

Reading English documents

Wearing PPE

Independent and team work

Active listening

Basic computer skills

Deductive reasoning

Organizational skills

Time management

Self-motivation

Education

GED

High School diploma

Job description

Job Summary

Under close supervision, this position is responsible for gaining foundational knowledge of tools, equipment, shop safety, and J.B. Hunt Shop rules, policies, and procedures. The incumbent will learn to become efficient in, but not limited to, Air Break Systems and FHWA Inspections and the general repairs associated with them. 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:

• Shadow a more seniored team member to learn to perform repairs to company and manufacturer’s specifications complete work orders, and train to be efficient in company requirements for standard repair times (SRT) and warranty guidelines
• Understand and effectively follow all shop safety procedures
• Maintain professional communication with JB Hunt personnel and customers at all times
• Train to become efficient in routine preventative maintenance, replacement of parts/components, basic repair as it pertains to air brake systems and FHWA Inspections

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: 18 years of age; willingness to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed

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 pounds)
• 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

Expected Compensation for this role $19/hourly

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

Job Opening ID

00639154 Tractor Technician Trainee (Evergreen) (Open)

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.