Tractor Technician Trainee

J.B. Hunt Transport; Haslet (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Maternity leave (six weeks)

Paid holidays (six)

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport in Haslet, TX is seeking a Tractor Technician Trainee to gain hands-on experience in air brake systems, FHWA inspections, and routine repairs.

You will learn shop safety, company procedures, and be prepared for multi-shift schedules including nights and weekends. Under supervision, you will shadow seasoned technicians, handle basic maintenance tasks, and develop the skills needed to meet standard repair times and quality expectations.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read documents in English.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, outdoors as needed.

Responsibilities

• Shadow a senior technician to learn repairs to company and manufacturer specifications, complete work orders, and train for standard repair times and warranty guidelines.
• Follow all shop safety procedures.
• Maintain professional communication with JB Hunt personnel and customers at all times.
• Train to perform routine preventative maintenance and basic repairs related to air brake systems and FHWA inspections.

Skills

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Tractor Technician Trainee

Department: Maintenance

Country: United States of America

State/Province: Texas

City: Haslet

Full/Part Time: Full time

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 senior 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

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
• six paid holidays annually

Education

GED, High School

Work Experience

None listed

Certifications

None listed

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.