2012-05-17

J.B. Hunt Hiring 283 Drivers Across 8 States During May

America’s leading dedicated carrier, J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT), today announced the company is hiring 283 truck drivers across an eight-state area this month.

Spurred by a recent account acquisition, Northwest Arkansas-based J.B. Hunt is creating new positions in Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, New Jersey, Maryland, Missouri, Ohio and Texas and will be hiring incumbents as well as drivers who are new to the account.

In May alone, the company is seeking 283 dedicated truck drivers to fill local, regional and yard jockey positions, as well as team driving jobs. Driving positions offer steady pay, frequent home time and comprehensive benefits, including 401(k) retirement options. Experienced drivers are eligible to apply for driving jobs.

“We are pleased to fill almost 300 jobs with an experienced driving force and are excited about the opportunity to expand our business in these eight states,” said Bradley Hicks, senior vice president of J.B. Hunt’s Dedicated Contract Services business. “We are proud of our continued growth in the trucking industry, even in the midst of a struggling economy.”

J.B. Hunt provides dedicated contract carriage services to approximately 430 customer locations throughout the United States.

For more information about truck driving employment at J.B. Hunt, visit www.JBHunt.Jobs.

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