Bddy Shop Technician

Rush Enterprises, Inc; Converse (TX); On-site; USD 2,755,000 - 6,199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program

Training opportunities

Job summary

Rush Enterprises, Inc. seeks a Body Shop Technician to restore Class 8 diesel equipment to pre-accident condition, adhering to factory and dealership specifications. The role emphasizes quality and safety in a fast-paced shop environment.

You will review repair orders, perform teardown and repairs, use frame/measuring tools, and ensure final quality checks before the equipment moves to the paint and detailing stages. Mentoring apprentices is encouraged.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three years’ body shop experience.
• ICAR Welding Certificate.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability.

Responsibilities

• Review repair orders and notes before work.
• All repairs must be completed according to documentation and standards.
• Knowledge of the manufacturers and technical repair process.
• Use frame and measuring equipment per vendor specifications.
• Perform initial teardown of Class 8 diesel equipment.
• Identify parts for cut-in and edging.
• Perform all repair procedures according to factory specifications and company policy.
• Sign off on all quality checks before sending equipment to paint department.
• Re-assemble painted equipment and parts.
• Perform a final quality check prior to sending to the detail department.
• Work with apprentices or lesser skilled technicians in developing repair skills.

Skills

Body shop experience

ICAR Welding Certificate

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Frame measuring tools

Job description

Ready for a career change or just starting out? As a Body Shop Technician, you play a critical role in restoring class 8 diesel equipment to its original beauty and performance after damage. In this role, you will expertly repair or replace damaged body components, bringing Class 8 diesel equipment back to pre-accident conditions while adhering to strict factory and dealership specifications.

Responsibilities

• Review each repair order, work order, and estimator’s notes to understand repairs needed prior to beginning work on any class 8 diesel equipment.
• All repairs must be completed according to the documentation on the repair order or the supplement.
• Knowledge of the manufacturers and technical repair process.
• Ability to use frame and measuring equipment per vendor specifications.
• Perform initial teardown of Class 8 diesel equipment.
• Identify parts for cut-in and edging.
• Perform all repair procedures according to factory specifications and company policy. I-Car Standard.
• Perform and sign-off on all quality checks before sending Class 8 diesel equipment to paint department.
• Re-assemble painted Class 8 diesel equipment and painted parts.
• Perform a final quality check and review of work order prior to sending the Class 8 diesel equipment to the detail department.
• Work with apprentices or lesser skilled technicians in developing repair skills.

Benefits

• We offer an exceptional Total Rewards package with outstanding healthcare benefits, a robust 401(k) plan with company matching, and an employee stock purchase program to help you build long-term financial security. Additionally, we provide performance-based incentives and opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training and development. All of this is within a culture that values and rewards excellence, a positive attitude, and integrity, ensuring you thrive personally and professionally.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Three years’ body shop experience.
• ICAR Welding Certificate.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

This job posting does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their leader.

Compensation

Minimum Pay Rate: USD $20.00/Hr.

Maximum Pay Rate: USD $45.00/Hr.