Mobile Trailer Mechanic

Job Title:

Mobile Trailer Mechanic

Department:

Maintenance

Country:

United States of America

State/Province:

Georgia

City:

Lithia Springs

Full/Part Time:

Full time

Job Summary:

As a Mobile Technician II, you are responsible for performing intermediate service and repair of J.B. Hunt tractors, trailers, chassis, containers or power equipment. Under routine supervision, this role works outside of the shop, servicing equipment at customer sites or rail yards using our mobile service truck.

Job Description:

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• 18 years of age for equipment up to 10,000lbs or 21 years of age for equipment over 10,000lbs

• 1 year of experience in Semi-Tractor/Trailer maintenance and repair and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Illustrate a clean motor vehicle record as per JB Hunt guidelines

• Basic tools are required to successfully perform this role. These tools must be supplied by the employee in most locations. Employees without their own tools may obtain them through toolbox purchase program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent; 1-3 years of experience in Semi-Trailer maintenance and repair and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Commercial Drivers License

• DOT certified in FHWA Inspections and Air Brakes

• At least 1-year of experience in Federal highway inspections and air brakes

• Welding certification

• Forklift certification and experience

• EPA section 608 certification and Refrigeration License

• 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

• Proficient active listening skills 

• Proficient computer skills

• Proficient deductive reasoning skills

• Proficient inventory management skills

• Proficient organizational skills

• Proficient problem solving skills

• Proficient time management skills

• Self-motivation

Don’t let distance keep you from becoming a part of our team! Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates located outside a 50-mile radius of the job.

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

Work Experience:

Maintenance

Certifications:

Job Opening ID:

00556428 Mobile Trailer Mechanic (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 duty 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.”

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.