Truck Body Repair Specialist

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Body Technician to perform intermediate-level body repairs on tractors and equipment. The role may involve outdoor work, variable shifts including nights and weekends, and potential overtime with full-time attendance.

The technician will inspect damaged equipment, estimate repair costs, rebuild and paint trucks, and perform diagnostics and testing per manufacturer specifications. DOT/FHWA inspections and air brake work are required.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• 1–2 years of body repair/semi-tractor maintenance experience or equivalent education/experience.
• A/C Certification required.
• At least 1 year of experience with DOT/FHWA inspections and air brakes.

Responsibilities

• Inspect damaged or wrecked equipment and create cost estimates for repairs.
• Rebuild and repaint trucks, hoods and body parts with focus on fiberglass and cosmetics.
• Demonstrate knowledge of preventative maintenance, parts replacement and complex tractor repairs.
• Complete work orders and follow standard repair times and warranty guidelines.
• Troubleshoot tractor issues and work both independently and with the team.
• Follow all shop safety procedures and maintain PPE logs.
• Maintain communication with JB Hunt personnel and customers.
• Participate in OEM training for OE repairs.
• Operate wrecker to move trucks to the shop and perform post-maintenance diagnostics.

Skills

Body repair experience

DOT inspections

FHWA inspections

Air brakes

A/C certification

Education

GED/High School diploma

Job description

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Body Technician to perform intermediate-level body repairs on tractors and equipment. The role may involve outdoor work, variable shifts including nights and weekends, and potential overtime with full-time attendance.

The technician will inspect damaged equipment, estimate repair costs, rebuild and paint trucks, and perform diagnostics and testing per manufacturer specifications. DOT/FHWA inspections and air brake work are required.