Diesel Mechanic

Rush Enterprises, Inc; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 27,552 - 75,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Shift premiums

Career stability

Growth opportunities

OEM training

Total rewards with healthcare + 401(k)

Job summary

Rush Enterprises, Inc. seeks a skilled truck and engine technician to perform general and detailed repairs on trucks and components in a dealership setting.

The role requires 5 years of Class 7/8 experience, a valid CDL and medical card, and ASE certifications are preferred. Competitive pay with benefits and opportunities for training and growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 5 years’ experience as a Class 7 & 8 technician in a dealership or related truck service facility.
• Current and valid CDL and Medical card preferred but not required.
• ASE certifications are preferred and rewarded.

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.

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL and Medical card as required by FMVSS (preferred)

ASE certifications (preferred)

Job description

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.

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.
• Peterbilt, International, Ford, Hino, Isuzu, Cummins, &/or ASE certifications are preferred & rewarded.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Shift premiums in multiple‑shift dealerships.
• 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.
• Exceptional Total Rewards package with outstanding healthcare benefits, a robust 401(k) plan with company matching, and an employee stock purchase program to build long‑term financial security. Additional performance‑based incentives and opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training and development.

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 $55.00/Hr.