Diesel Mechanic Technician- HOURLY PAY RATE

Rush Enterprises, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company matching

Employee stock purchase program

Performance-based incentives

Professional training and development

Job summary

Rush Truck Leasing in Houston, TX is seeking a Diesel Technician to service customer vehicles, perform engine overhauls, maintenance, and component replacement. You will read job orders, diagnose issues, and follow manuals to disassemble, repair, and reassemble engines and driveline parts.

The role requires 5 years of Class 7 & 8 technician experience, a valid driver’s license, and CDL/Medical card preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 5 years of experience as a Class 7 & 8 technician in a dealership or related truck service facility.

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, batteries, and transmissions.
• Read job orders, observe and listen to vehicle in operation to determine malfunction and plan work procedures.
• Inspect guards, bolts, and safety devices on trucks and adjust as needed.
• Lubricate moving parts and drive repaired vehicle to verify conformance to specifications.
• Attend training classes and keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers to increase overall customer satisfaction.

Skills

Diesel engine maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Overhaul gas or diesel engines.

A Diesel Technician is responsible for providing service to our customers while maintaining exceptional customer service. This can include: 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.

Rush Truck Leasing opens the door to the world of opportunity. We are the premier commercial transportation solutions provider for businesses across North America. Our network of Idealease and PacLease partners allow us to offer our customers complete truck leasing and rental solutions across our network of dealerships. 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.
• 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.

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.

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.

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 $23.00/Hr.

Maximum Pay Rate

USD $41.00/Hr.