Advanced Diesel Technician - Growth, Training & Benefits

Rush-Enterprises; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program

Performance incentives

Career growth

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers in Houston is seeking a skilled Rush Technician to service and repair commercial vehicles. You’ll diagnose, overhaul, and assemble components, reading job orders to plan procedures and ensuring safety through proper inspections.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of Class 7/8 experience, a valid license, and ASE or OEM certifications. The role emphasizes customer relations, ongoing training, and career growth in a large dealership network.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5 years’ experience as Class 7 & 8 technician in a dealership or related truck service facility.
• Must possess a current and valid driver license with a driving record that meets insurability guidelines.
• Peterbilt, International, Ford, Hino, Isuzu, Cummins and ASE certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service to vehicles and equipment.
• Perform general and detailed repair of all trucks, engines and components.
• Overhaul gas or diesel engines.
• Install injectors, pistons, liners, cam shafts, cylinder heads, rod and main bearings, oil pans, clutches, fan hubs, differentials, fifth wheels, brakes, change or recharge batteries, and replace transmissions and other parts.
• Read job order, observe and listen to vehicle in operation to determine malfunction and plan work procedures.
• Examine protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks, and make adjustments as needed.
• Lubricate moving parts and drive repaired vehicle to verify conformance to specifications.
• Tag all warranty parts and returns to warranty clerk.
• Attend training classes and keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers to increase overall customer satisfaction

Skills

Class 7 & 8 experience

Valid driver’s license

ASE certifications preferred

Diesel engine knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Rush Truck Centers in Houston is seeking a skilled Rush Technician to service and repair commercial vehicles. You’ll diagnose, overhaul, and assemble components, reading job orders to plan procedures and ensuring safety through proper inspections.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of Class 7/8 experience, a valid license, and ASE or OEM certifications. The role emphasizes customer relations, ongoing training, and career growth in a large dealership network.