Tractor Technician Trainee

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.Harbeson, Delaware, United States
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Posted

8/19/2026

Employment

Full time

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Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The trainee will shadow senior team members to learn shop safety, preventative maintenance, and repair procedures for air brake systems and FHWA inspections. They are responsible for completing work orders and maintaining professional communication with personnel and customers.

Requirements overview

Candidates must be at least 18 years old and willing to work outdoors or across various shifts including nights and weekends. Preferred qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Key skills

Air brake systemsFHWA inspectionsPreventative maintenanceShop safetyRepair documentationCommunicationMultitaskingActive listeningComputer skillsDeductive reasoningOrganizational skillsTime managementSelf-motivation

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Education requirements

high school

About J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.

Industry

Truck Transportation

Employees

22,659

Type

Public Company

Size

10,001+ employees

J.B. Hunt specializes in freight shipping for customers of all sizes. Our mission is to drive long-term value for our people, customers and shareholders while staying focused on our vision to create the most efficient transportation network in North America. Our foundations – People you trust. Technology that empowers. Capacity to deliver. – are what drives our business forward. Through industry-leading solutions and a mode-neutral model, we create exceptional value for customers through a variety of transportation services, including intermodal, dedicated, refrigerated, truckload, less-than-truckload, flatbed, last mile, transload and more. Our J.B. Hunt 360 technology serves as a digital freight marketplace that connects shippers and carriers in one platform that provides access and visibility.

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Job categories

TradesTransportationLogisticsManufacturing

Description

Job Title: Tractor Technician Trainee Department: Maintenance Country: United States of America State/Province: Delaware City: Harbeson Full/Part Time: Full time Job Summary: Under close supervision, this position is responsible for gaining foundational knowledge of tools, equipment, shop safety, and J.B. Hunt Shop rules, policies, and procedures. The incumbent will learn to become efficient in, but not limited to, Air Break Systems and FHWA Inspections and the general repairs associated with them. This position has the possibility to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends in addition to overtime; it requires full-time attendance. Job Description: Key Responsibilities: • Shadow a more seniored team member to learn to perform repairs to company and manufacturer's specifications complete work orders, and train to be efficient in company requirements for standard repair times (SRT) and warranty guidelines • Understand and effectively follow all shop safety procedures • Maintain professional communication with JB Hunt personnel and customers at all times • Train to become efficient in routine preventative maintenance, replacement of parts/components, basic repair as it pertains to air brake systems and FHWA Inspections Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: 18 years of age; willingness to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed Preferred Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED equivalent Ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively Ability to fulfill physical requirements (lift/move appliance up to 50 pounds) Ability to multitask Ability to read documents and/or information in English Ability to wear appropriate work attire (protective gear/PPE) Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Basic active listening skills Basic computer skills and/or comfortable working with a computer Basic deductive reasoning skills Basic organizational skills Basic time management skills Self-motivation This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship. Compensation: Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time. Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: 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 (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually. Education: GED, High School Work Experience: Certifications: Job Opening ID: 00639547 Tractor Technician Trainee (Evergreen) (Open) “This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.” J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.

Requirements

  • Air brake systems
  • FHWA inspections
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Shop safety
  • Repair documentation
  • Communication
  • Multitasking
  • Active listening
  • Computer skills
  • Deductive reasoning
  • Organizational skills
  • Time management
  • Self-motivation

Benefits

  • Medical benefit
  • Dental benefit
  • Vision benefit
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability coverage
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Paid time off
  • Paid maternity leave
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid holidays

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