Mobile Tech
About The Position
Under close supervision, the Mobile Tech performs basic maintenance services on tractors, trailers, chassis, containers, and power equipment at customer sites or rail yards using a mobile service truck. The position requires full-time attendance and may involve outdoor work in the elements, multiple shifts including nights or weekends, and overtime. The role includes basic preventive maintenance and repair work, following safety requirements, operating and maintaining an assigned service truck, completing work orders and damage documentation, and performing minor welding and structural repairs. The technician may also perform specified trailer and brake inspections under the supervision of a certified technician.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age for equipment up to 10,000 pounds or at least 21 years of age for equipment over 10,000 pounds.
- Possess a clean motor vehicle record under J.B. Hunt guidelines.
- Be able to supply basic tools or purchase them through the company's toolbox purchase program.
- Be willing to work outdoors in the elements.
- Be able to work across multiple shifts, including nights or weekends, if needed.
- Be able to lift or move an appliance weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Be able to wear appropriate work attire, including protective gear and PPE.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED and up to one year of semi-tractor or semi-trailer maintenance and repair experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, including military equivalent.
- At least one 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 independently and as part of a team.
- Proficient computer skills or comfort working with a computer, including Microsoft Office applications such as PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to use time and resources efficiently and effectively.
Responsibilities
- With guidance, perform basic preventive maintenance, including tire replacements and flat repairs, brake adjustments, services and replacements, electrical diagnostics, and basic structural repairs on trailer chassis and sub-frames.
- Follow all safety requirements at customer sites and rail yards.
- Operate the assigned service truck professionally and according to company requirements, keeping it clean and well stocked.
- Accurately complete work orders and other written materials according to established procedures.
- Document damage to company equipment to support recovery of repair costs.
- Demonstrate basic use of a cutting torch and welding equipment and perform minor repairs on chassis, frames, brackets, and similar components.
- Patch holes in trailer or container side panels and roofs, ensuring they are sealed and watertight.
- Perform annual AA Trailer and FHWA Brake Inspections under the supervision of a certified technician as required.
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, including vacation and sick time
- Six weeks of paid maternity leave
- Two weeks of paid parental leave
- Six paid holidays annually
- Potential eligibility for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
