Road Maintenance Planner

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.•Lowell, AR

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under routine supervision, the position is responsible for planning units for regular service. The incumbent will identify which units are due, determine which service is needed, and coordinate with the appropriate group and location.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED with up to 1 year of related experience and/or training OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to assess terminal workloads, adjust work distribution accordingly, and ensure deadlines are met
Ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas through various mediums
Ability to process information with high levels of accuracy

Nice To Haves

Automotive and/or diesel mechanic knowledge
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with personnel, customers and vendors
Ability to use time and resources efficiently and effectively
Ability to work both individually and as a team
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Ability to meet or exceed customer needs and expectations to provide excellent service

Responsibilities

Schedule units due for service to terminals or third-party vendors
Monitor, update, and audit reports pertaining to service needs
Check history of units to ensure necessary services have been performed on schedule and determine when service is due next
Document units that have missed services and reschedule as needed
Present on assigned topics during weekly team meetings
Answer and manage routed breakdown calls, efficiently plan repairs, and provide timely updates to stakeholders
Coordinate service through planner system and/or direct communication with field teams