Diesel Mechanic

Rush Enterprises Inc.; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers is seeking a Diesel Service Technician to service and repair customers' fleets, ensuring reliability and uptime for our clients. You will diagnose, repair, and overhaul diesel engines and vehicle systems, following manuals and safety guidelines, while communicating with customers about work performed and timelines.

The role emphasizes comprehensive preventive maintenance, strict safety practices, and precise reporting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or 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 insurability guidelines set forth by the company’s insurance carrier.
• Current and valid CDL and Medical card as required by the FMVSS preferred but not required.
• Must have a current Medical card and valid CDL (header state)
• Additional pay for Valid CDL
• Peterbilt, International, Ford, Hino, Isuzu, Cummins, &/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.
• 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.

Skills

5 years experience as Class 7 & 8 tech

Valid driver license

CDL and Medical Card preferred

ASE certifications preferred

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Peterbilt/International/Ford/Hino/Isuzu certifications

ASE certifications

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.
• Must have a current Medical card and valid CDL (header state)
• Additional pay for Valid CDL
• 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 $25.00/Hr.

Maximum Pay Rate
USD $45.00/Hr.