Mobile Trailer Technician
Job Summary
About the role
This role involves performing intermediate service and repair of J.B. Hunt equipment, including tractors, trailers, chassis, containers, and power equipment. The role requires troubleshooting and repairing ABS systems, operating a mobile service truck, and assisting with the onboarding and mentoring of trainees.
Responsibilities
- Perform intermediate-level preventive maintenance and repairs, including tire replacements, brake repairs, electrical diagnostics, and basic structural repairs on tractor or trailer equipment
- Troubleshoot and repair ABS system
- Operate the mobile service truck and attend to truck inventory
- Aid with the onboarding and mentorship of tractor technician trainees
- Follow all safety requirements while onsite and at customer locations
- Accurately complete work orders and other written materials according to established procedures
- Properly document damage to company equipment to estimate cost of repairs
- Demonstrate proficient use of a cutting torch and welding equipment to perform mid-level repairs on chassis, frames, and other equipment
- Patch holes in trailer or container side panels and roofs
- Perform annual AA trailer and FHWA brake inspections under direct supervision
Qualifications
- Minimum Qualifications: 18 years of age for equipment up to 10,000 lbs or 21 years of age for equipment over 10,000 lbs with 2 years of experience in semi-tractor or semi-trailer maintenance and repair, or equivalent combination of education and experience, or military equivalent
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent with 2 years of experience in semi-tractor or semi-trailer maintenance and repair, or equivalent combination of education and experience, or military equivalent
- Preferred Qualifications: At least 1 year of experience in DOT inspections, FHWA inspections, and air brakes, Welding certification, Forklift certification and experience, EPA section 608 certification and refrigeration license, Ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas through various mediums, Ability to manage multiple priorities, Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, Proficient computer skills and/or comfortable working with a computer, including Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.), Ability to use time and resources efficiently and effectively, Ability to fulfill physical requirements (lift/move appliance up to 50 pounds), Ability to wear appropriate work attire (protective gear/PPE)
Qualifications (continued)
- Willingness to work outdoors in the elements
- Able to work across multiple shifts, including nights and/or weekends, if needed
- Clean motor vehicle record per J.B. Hunt guidelines
- Able to supply your own basic tools or purchase through our toolbox purchase program
- Ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas through various mediums
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Proficient computer skills and/or comfortable working with a computer, including Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Ability to use time and resources efficiently and effectively
- Ability to fulfill physical requirements (lift/move appliance up to 50 pounds)
- Ability to wear appropriate work attire (protective gear/PPE)
Compensation Factors
The compensation factors that may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.
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
Education
GED, High School
Work Experience
Maintenance Certifications: Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) - Microsoft Corporation
Job Opening ID
00631697
Mobile Trailer Technician (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 function 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.