Are you ready to embark on a journey in the trucking industry with a company that's been guiding the way for over 50 years? Join MHC, we’re a family-owned company seeking enthusiastic and driven people to join our Management Trainee Program. With over 130 locations across 19 states and an impressive track record of financial success, MHC offers an unparalleled opportunity to launch your career in the world of transportation and logistics.

As a Management Trainee at MHC, you'll be immersed in a comprehensive 7-month rotational program designed to equip you with the experience, knowledge, and guidance necessary to excel in a management role. This isn't your typical entry-level role – you'll have the chance to work alongside seasoned team members, engage in innovative projects, and gain exposure to all facets of our business operations, including Parts, Service, Leasing, Management, and more!

What We're Looking For:

·Driven self-starters with a passion for critical thinking and a desire to grow within our company.

·Strong communication and the aptitude to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

·Flexible people who thrive in dynamic environments and can navigate obstacles with a positive attitude.

·Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Sales, Agriculture, or a related field.

·An obligation to upholding MHC's core values of integrity, customer focus, teamwork, and innovation.

Why Choose MHC:

·Career Growth: Our Management Trainee Program is the springboard for a fulfilling career at MHC. The path from trainee to management is clearly defined from the beginning of your career with us.

·Comprehensive Training: You'll receive extensive training from MHC’s executive teams, gaining insights into the operations of our business.

·Generous Compensation: We value your contributions and offer a generous salary package with performance-based incentives during the second phase of the program.

·Employee-Centric Culture: Join a team that treats you like family, where your opinions are valued, and your growth is our priority.

If you're ready to jumpstart your career with a company that's been driving excellence for over four decades, apply now to be part of the MHC Management Trainee Program!

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred.
Leadership and sales skills strongly preferred.
Strong commitment to providing quality work and excellent customer service.
Ability to accept constructive feedback.
Must be willing to relocate at time of permanent placement.

About the company

Murphy-Hoffman Company operates a commercial truck dealership and service network for fleets, owner-operators and commercial buyers, covering heavy- and medium-duty vehicles. Its locations sell trucks, stock parts, perform maintenance and body repair, and provide mobile service for vehicles in customers' operations. The company earns revenue by selling equipment and parts, repairing trucks, leasing and renting vehicles, and arranging commercial finance; its transport refrigeration business supports temperature-controlled equipment. Its operating roots trace to a dealership opened in Springfield, Missouri, in 1975, and its headquarters are in Leawood, Kansas.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Leawood, KS

Founded

1975

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

Apprenticeships map a longer career: MHC outlines five-to-seven years from diesel apprentice to master technician or leadership.
Students learn dealership operations: MHC's eight-to-ten-week summer internship covers parts and service; management trainees work with customers.
Expansion adds a dedicated team: MHC's February 2026 plan broadens medium-duty coverage in Dallas-Fort Worth.

What critics are saying

Financial disclosures are limited: privately held MHC publishes fewer financial details than publicly traded Rush Enterprises.
Mechanic work carries equipment hazards: MHC's October 2026 Chillicothe posting identifies safety-sensitive work around heavy machinery.
Diesel applicants need qualifications and tools: MHC's October 2026 posting requires experience or vocational study plus multiple certificates.

What makes Murphy-Hoffman Company unique

Kenworth is a core specialty: MHC claims the brand's largest dealer network, while Rush carries several competing truck brands.
Factory deliveries have a dedicated center: MHC's 55-bay RoadReady facility processes Kenworth trucks before delivery.
MHC also manufactures truck bodies: its RoadForce line makes dump-truck bodies alongside dealership operations.

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