Certified Ford Mechanic

Rush-Enterprises; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards package

401(k) plan with company matching

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers in San Diego, CA is seeking a Diesel Service Technician to service and repair customer fleet vehicles and equipment with a strong focus on safety and quality.

The role requires 5 years of Class 7 & 8 truck experience, a valid CDL, and Ford/Hino/Isuzu/Cummins or ASE certifications. You will perform diagnostics, repairs, routine maintenance, and collaborate with customers to ensure satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5 years’ experience as a Class 7 & 8 technician in a dealership or related truck service facility.
• Valid driver license with insurability; CDL and Medical card preferred but not required.
• Ford, Hino, Isuzu, Cummins and/or ASE certifications are preferred & rewarded.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service to vehicles and equipment.
• Perform general and detailed repair of all trucks, engines and components.
• Reading job orders, diagnostics, and determining malfunction to plan procedures.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers to increase satisfaction.
• Attend training classes and stay current with factory bulletins.

Skills

Diesel engines

Electrical diagnosis

CDL license

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL and Medical card preferred

Tools

Ford Certification

Cummins Certification

ASE Certifications

Hino Certification

Isuzu Certification

Job description

Advertised Job Description

A Diesel Service Technician is responsible for providing service & repair to our customers' fleet via assigned truck and equipment repairs, while maintaining exceptional customer service.

Rush Truck Centers opens the door to the world of opportunity. We are the largest network of commercial vehicle dealerships across the US representing truck and bus manufacturers. Our franchises include Peterbilt, International, Hino, Isuzu, Ford, IC Bus and Blue Bird. We offer a rewarding career as a leader in the transportation industry. Grow with us as we continue to expand our network of locations and services.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical service to vehicles and equipment.
• Perform general and detailed repair of all trucks, engines and components.
• Cleaning, maintenance, visual inspection, and removal of parts and attachments.
• Installation with the help of proper manuals, report writing, disassembly, assembly, parts reuse evaluation, and reconditioning.
• 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.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 5 years’ experience as a 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 the insurability guidelines set forth by the company’s insurance carrier.
• Current and valid CDL and Medical card as required by the FMVS preferred but not required.
• Ford Certification
• Hino, Isuzu, Cummins, &/or ASE certifications are preferred & rewarded

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.

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.

Minimum Pay Rate

USD $34.50/Hr.

Maximum Pay Rate

USD $45.00/Hr.