Body Technician

Job Summary

This position acts as a subject matter expert for body repairs. Responsible for troubleshooting, rebuilding, repairing, and painting of J.B. Hunt tractors and other equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect damaged or wrecked equipment and perform valuations to create cost estimates for repairs
• Rebuild and paint wrecked trucks, hoods, and body parts; utilize expertise to perform wholistic repairs
• Demonstrate advanced technical knowledge of preventative maintenance, replacement of parts/components, and complex repairs as it pertains tractor maintenance including but not limited to the fuel system, battery, engine, drive train, onboard computer, transmission, air brake systems and FHWA Inspections
• Accurately perform the most difficult repairs to company and manufacturer's specifications including aluminum and steel welding, complete work orders, and exceed requirements for standard repair times (SRT) and warranty guidelines
• 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
• Adhere to safety standards and procedures including maintaining respirator log
• Participate in Original Equipment Manufacture training for OE repairs
• Operate wrecker to move trucks into shop to be repaired
• Perform post-maintenance diagnostics and testing
• May onboard and mentor Technician trainees; act as team lead to include beginning or ending shifts

Shift Schedule

Shifts may vary based upon location and business needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: 18 years of age with 3 or more years of experience in body repair/ Semi-Tractor maintenance and/or training, 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
• Forklift Certification
• PPG (paint) Certification
• Welding (tig and stick) Certification
• Basic tools are required to successfully perform this role. These tools must be supplied by the employee in most locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent with 3 or more years of experience in body repair/ Semi-Tractor maintenance and/or training, 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
• 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
• 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
• Experience with paint booth operations
• Self-motivation

Expected Starting Pay Range

The expected starting pay range for this position is between $26.80 - $38.18

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
• Six paid holidays annually