Sr Parts Technician

J.B. Hunt•Columbus, OH

10d

About The Position

Under routine supervision, the Sr Parts Technician mentors teammates to ensure parts are available to truck and trailer repair technicians. The role regularly delegates inventory-management tasks, audits, and parts ordering and shipping to maintain adequate supply. It maintains parts information systems, reports, and departmental support functions; procures parts and services from external vendors at competitive prices; and regularly interacts with maintenance leadership. The position is based in Columbus, Ohio, and requires full-time attendance. Work may take place outdoors in the elements and across multiple shifts, including nights and/or weekends, with overtime possible. A limited sign-on bonus may be available. The expected starting pay range is $21.40–$26.75. Starting pay may be affected by skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications. The position may also be eligible for annual bonuses and incentives based on profitability or volumes under the applicable company plans. Employment-based sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, and up to two years of direct experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to work outdoors in the elements or across multiple shifts, including nights and/or weekends, if needed.
Ability to fulfill the physical requirements of the job, including lifting more than 50 pounds, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling.
Ability to wear appropriate work attire, including protective gear/PPE.
Ability to exercise discretion and make time-sensitive decisions.

Nice To Haves

Ability to multitask.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proficient deductive reasoning skills.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient active listening skills.
Proficient organizational skills.
Proficient time-management skills.
Self-motivation.

Responsibilities

Actively manage parts sales by forecasting inventory turnover and replenishment, monitoring inventory, and ordering parts as needed based on sales information and reorder points.
Observe all company safety requirements.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Maintain a clean, well-ordered work environment free of trash and hazards.
Ship and receive shop tools requiring repair or replacement.
Retain and ship parts, maintain company information systems for parts and fuel, ensure correct quantities are ordered and shipments are damage-free, stock inbound parts in the proper locations, and update information systems.
Gather management reports on parts usage, sales, and other timely data.
Provide administrative support, including copying and typing correspondence, maintaining records, and filing.
Perform technician duties as well as Parts Manager responsibilities as needed, such as ordering stock parts and reviewing needs with local vendors.
Fulfill technicians’ parts requests and ensure parts are properly charged to the unit being repaired.
Ensure each unit has the required equipment inventory to assess usability and replace non-functional equipment.
Ensure safety policies and required Safety, OSHA, and First Aid items are compliant, stocked, and available.
Forecast and manage adequate storage for ample, damage-free inventory in accordance with company Warranty Retention and Core Management procedures.
Conduct cycle counts and periodic inventories as required.
Provide mentorship to teammates and delegate parts and inventory-management tasks.

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
Possible limited sign-on bonus
Position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes