LOWELL, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Craig Harper, EVP of Operations, J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. signed a new Statement of Support with the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). A similar pledge was signed in 2008. The ceremony to commemorate the event occurred at J.B. Hunt’s headquarters in Lowell, Arkansas at 10:00 a.m. Central. Along with Craig Harper, many proud J.B. Hunt employees were in attendance, including Greer Woodruff, Senior VP Safety, and David Martin, Senior HR Recruiter.
The Statement of Support reasserts J.B. Hunt’s commitment to the following core beliefs:
- We fully recognize, honor and enforce the Uniformed Services Employment and Re-Employment Rights Act (USERRA).
- Our managers and supervisors will have the tools they need to effectively manage those employees who serve in the Guard and Reserve.
- We appreciate the values, leadership and unique skills service members bring to the workforce and will encourage opportunities to hire Guardsmen, Reservists and Veterans.
- We will continually recognize and support our country’s service members and their families in peace, in crisis and in war.
“J.B. Hunt has always held those who serve or have served our country in the highest esteem,” commented Craig Harper. “It’s their dedication that allows Americans to live free. We are proud of our record of hiring and supporting the nation’s veterans, National Guard and Reservists. This ceremony simply reaffirms our commitment to this worthy and strong principle.”
“Supportive employers like J.B. Hunt Transport Services are critical to maintaining the readiness and strength of the nation’s Guard and Reserve units and allow Guardsmen and Reservists the opportunity to serve our country more effectively and with greater peace of mind,” said Tom Bullock. “By signing this Statement of Support, J.B. Hunt Transport Services sends a clear message it stands committed to its military employees and recognizes the integrity, global perspective and proven leadership they bring to the workplace.”
About J.B. Hunt
J.B. Hunt Transport focuses on providing safe and reliable transportation services to a diverse group of customers throughout the continental United States, Canada and Mexico. Utilizing an integrated, multimodal approach, the company provides capacity-oriented solutions centered on delivering customer value and industry-leading service.
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. stock trades on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol JBHT and is a component of the Dow Jones Transportation Average. J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of JBHT. For more information, visit www.jbhunt.com.
About ESGR
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve is a Department of Defense Office established in 1972 to develop and maintain employer support for Guard and Reserve service. ESGR advocates relevant initiatives, recognizes outstanding support, increases awareness of applicable laws, and resolves conflict between service members and employers. Paramount to ESGR's mission is encouraging the employment of Guardsmen and Reservists who bring integrity, global perspective and proven leadership to the civilian workforce.
More information about ESGR Employer Outreach is available at www.ESGR.mil or by contacting Tom Bullock, Chief, Employer Outreach, at (571) 372-0709, or by email at thomas.s.bullock6.civ@mail.mil.
