Body Technician
About The Position
The Body Technician performs intermediate-level body repairs under routine supervision, including troubleshooting, rebuilding, repairing, and painting J.B. Hunt tractors and other equipment. The role involves inspecting damaged equipment and estimating repair costs, carrying out repairs to company and manufacturer specifications, and completing associated work orders. Work may take place outdoors and in the elements, and shifts may vary, including nights or weekends, with overtime possible. Full-time attendance is required. The technician may work independently while seeking assistance as needed, follows shop safety procedures, communicates professionally with personnel and customers, participates in Original Equipment Manufacturer training, and performs post-maintenance diagnostics and testing. The position may be filled at the I, II, or Senior level based on verified experience and position availability. Relocation assistance may be available to qualified candidates located more than 50 miles from the job.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have 1–2 years of experience in body repair or semi-tractor maintenance and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Be willing to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts, including nights and/or weekends, if needed.
- Have A/C certification.
- Have at least 1 year of experience in DOT inspections, FHWA inspections, and air brakes.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to lift or move items up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to multitask.
- Ability to read documents and information in English.
- Ability to wear appropriate work attire, including protective gear and PPE.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Active listening skills.
- Computer proficiency or comfort working with a computer.
- Deductive reasoning skills.
- Organizational skills.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Time-management skills.
Responsibilities
- Inspect damaged or wrecked equipment and perform valuations to create repair cost estimates.
- Rebuild and paint wrecked trucks, hoods, and body parts, with particular focus on fiberglass and cosmetic repairs.
- Apply technical knowledge of preventative maintenance, parts and component replacement, and tractor repairs involving systems such as fuel, battery, engine, drivetrain, onboard computer, transmission, and air brakes, as well as FHWA inspections.
- Perform intermediate-level repairs to company and manufacturer specifications, complete work orders, and follow standard repair time and warranty guidelines.
- Troubleshoot tractor issues, working independently and seeking assistance as needed.
- Follow shop safety procedures and applicable safety standards, including maintaining a respirator log.
- Communicate professionally with J.B. Hunt personnel and customers.
- Participate in Original Equipment Manufacturer training for OE repairs.
- Operate a wrecker to move trucks into the shop for repair.
- Perform post-maintenance diagnostics and testing.
Benefits
- Medical benefits.
- Dental benefits.
- Vision benefits.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Life insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid time off commensurate with tenure, including vacation and sick time.
- Six weeks of paid maternity leave.
- Two weeks of paid parental leave.
- Six paid holidays annually.
- Career growth opportunities.
- Company-provided uniforms and annual boot program.
- Safety culture with bonus incentives.
- Technician Career Advancement (TCA) program.
- A sign-on bonus may be available for a limited time, subject to eligibility conditions.
- Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates located outside a 50-mile radius.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
