Diesel Engine Technician — Growth & Training Path

Rush Enterprises, Inc; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Shift premiums

Career stability

Continued training on OEM equipment

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers, the largest network of commercial vehicle dealerships in North America, is seeking a skilled Rush Technician. You will perform comprehensive repairs, overhaul engines, install major components, read and interpret job orders, and ensure safety compliance while maintaining strong customer relationships.

We offer competitive pay, shift premiums, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional growth across 200+ locations and 8,000+ employees.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5 years’ experience as a Class 7 & 8 technician in a dealership or related truck service facility preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with insurability.
• Certification from Peterbilt/International/Ford/Hino/Isuzu/Cummins and/or ASE 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

Technical service

Engine overhaul

Safety compliance

Customer relations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Peterbilt

International

Ford

Hino

Isuzu

Cummins

ASE certifications

Job description

Rush Truck Centers, the largest network of commercial vehicle dealerships in North America, is seeking a skilled Rush Technician. You will perform comprehensive repairs, overhaul engines, install major components, read and interpret job orders, and ensure safety compliance while maintaining strong customer relationships.

We offer competitive pay, shift premiums, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional growth across 200+ locations and 8,000+ employees.