Diesel Mechanic

Rush Enterprises, Inc; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Total Rewards package

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company matching

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Rush Enterprises, Inc is seeking a technician in Laredo, Texas, to provide technical service and perform repairs on trucks and engines. You will overhaul gas or diesel engines and manage customer relationships to enhance satisfaction.

The role requires a high school diploma and 5 years of experience in a related facility. Candidates with industry certifications will be preferred. You will enjoy competitive pay and benefits, including performance-based incentives and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• 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 an acceptable driving record.
• Peterbilt, International, Ford, Hino, Isuzu, Cummins, &/or ASE certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service to vehicles and equipment.
• Perform general and detailed repair of all trucks, engines and components.
• Install injectors, pistons, liners, cam shafts, and other parts.
• Read job orders and determine malfunction to plan work procedures.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers.

Skills

Technical service to vehicles and equipment

Repair of trucks, engines, and components

Overhaul gas or diesel engines

Customer relationship management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Overhaul gas or diesel engines.

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.

Why Rush Truck Centers is for You

• Competitive starting salary
• Shift Premiums—in dealerships with multiple shifts
• Career stability
• Opportunity for growth
• Continued training on a variety of OEM equipment
• Advanced vehicle maintenance technology
• Performance Evaluation: From 120 days to every 6 months

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
• Peterbilt, International, Ford, 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 $20.00/Hr.

Maximum Pay Rate

USD $50.00/Hr.