Mobile Technician

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.•Chicago, IL

3d•$27 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Under close supervision, the Mobile Technician performs basic maintenance services on tractors, trailers, chassis, containers, and power equipment at customer sites or rail yards using a mobile service truck. The work may be outdoors in varying weather conditions and may involve multiple shifts, including nights or weekends, as well as overtime. Full-time attendance is required. The technician performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs, follows safety requirements, maintains and operates an assigned service truck, completes work orders, documents equipment damage, and performs specified inspections under the supervision of a certified technician. Applicants may be considered for Mobile Technician I, II, or Senior level depending on verified experience and position availability.

Requirements

Meet the minimum age requirement: 18 for equipment up to 10,000 pounds or 21 for equipment over 10,000 pounds.
Demonstrate relevant skills and abilities through education, certifications, military service, or other experience.
Have a clean motor vehicle record under J.B. Hunt guidelines.
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 appliances 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, an equivalent combination of education and experience, or 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 computers, 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 replacement and flat repairs, brake adjustments, service and replacement, electrical diagnostics, and basic structural repairs on trailer chassis and sub-frames.
Follow safety requirements at customer sites and rail yards.
Operate the assigned service truck professionally and according to company requirements; keep 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 through subrogation.
Demonstrate basic use of cutting torch and welding equipment and perform minor repairs on chassis, frames, brackets, and similar components.
Patch holes in trailer and 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, including vacation and sick time, commensurate with tenure
Six weeks of paid maternity leave
Two weeks of paid parental leave
Six paid holidays annually
Possible sign-on bonus for qualified applicants, subject to stated eligibility conditions
Maintenance-team career growth opportunities
Company-provided uniforms and annual boot program
Safety bonus incentives
Technician Career Advancement (TCA) program