Tractor Technician – Trainee

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.

Tractor Technician Trainee at J.B. Hunt responsible for foundational repair knowledge and shop safety.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeCedar Rapids • Iowa, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in performing repairs according to company and manufacturer's specifications, with a strong emphasis on safety procedures and effective communication. Capable of executing routine preventative maintenance and inspections, while adhering to standard repair times and warranty guidelines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

High School Diploma or GED EquivalentBasic Repair SkillsPreventative MaintenanceEffective CommunicationAbility to Work Independently and as Part of a Team

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Hard Skills

Basic RepairPreventative MaintenanceAir Brake SystemsFHWA InspectionsStandard Repair Times (SRT)Warranty Guidelines

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationMultitaskingActive ListeningOrganizational SkillsTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Protective GearPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Industry Keywords

Shop Safety ProceduresWork OrdersPhysical RequirementsOutdoor WorkTeam Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

Requirements

What you’ll need

18 years of age
willingness to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
six paid holidays annually