Sr Parts Technician

Job Title

Sr Parts Technician

Department

Maintenance

Country

United States of America

State/Province

Ohio

City

Columbus

Full/Part Time

Full time

Job Summary

Under routine supervision, this position is responsible for providing mentorship to teammates to ensure parts are available to truck and trailer repair technicians. Will regularly delegate tasks involving the management of inventory stock levels, performance of audits, order and shipments of parts in order to maintain an adequate supply. Maintain all information systems, reports, and departmental support functions. Procure parts and services from external vendors at competitive prices and regularly interacts with the maintenance leadership team. 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

Sign on bonus may be available for this position for a limited time.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively manage parts sales by effectively forecasting inventory turnover and replenishment; monitor inventory levels and order parts as required ensuring adequate supply based on sales information and re-ordering 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/ ship parts and maintain JBHT information systems of parts and fuel to ensure proper quantity ordered and damage free; stock inbound parts to proper storage location and update information systems
• Regularly gather management reports of parts usage, sales and other timely data
• Provide administrative support by copying and typing correspondence, maintaining records and filing
• Perform the daily full time tasks of a technician in addition to the responsibilities of a Parts Manager on an as needed basis (e.g. order parts for stock orders, review with local vendors)
• Fulfill parts requests by technicians and ensure parts are properly charged to the unit under repair
• Ensure each unit has required inventory of equipment in order to determine usability and replacement of non-functional equipment
• Ensure compliance of safety policies and required items for Safety, OSHA, First Aid, etc. are well stocked and available for usage
• Effectively manage and forecast the adequate storage requirements of ample and damage free inventory per the Company’s Warranty Retention and Core Management procedures
• Conduct Cycle Counts and periodic inventories as required

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

- High School Diploma or GED equivalent and up to a 2 years of direct experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience

- Ability to work outdoors, in the elements, or across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed

Preferred Qualifications

- Ability to multitask

- Ability to work both 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

- Ability to fulfill physical requirements of the job including: lifting above 50 lbs.., bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling

- Ability to wear appropriate work attire (protective gear/PPE)

- Ability to exercise discretion

- Ability to make time-sensitive decisions.

The expected starting pay range for this position is between $21.40 - $26.75

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Must not have received a sign-on bonus from JBH in the last 12 months. Current employees are eligible for a sign-on bonus when accepting an eligible position that requires relocation of 50+ miles

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 (Required), High School (Required)

Work Experience

Maintenance, Safety, Transportation/Logistics

Certifications

Job Opening ID

00647959 Sr Parts Technician (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. Both J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. and Hunt Mexicana S.A. de C.V. are equal employment opportunity employers without regard to any characteristic protected under applicable law, including veterans and disability.