Diesel Technician: Engine Overhauls & Career Growth

Rush Enterprises, Inc; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Shift premiums

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers in Missouri seeks a skilled diesel technician to service and overhaul trucks, engines, and components. You will read job orders, diagnose issues from operation tests, and perform detailed repairs in a fast-paced dealership environment.

This role emphasizes safety, customer relations, and ongoing training to stay current with OEM bulletins. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, 1-2 years of Class 7/8 technician experience, and a valid driver license; CDL and FMVSS

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years’ experience as a Class 7 & 8 technician in a dealership or related truck service facility.
• Current and valid driver license with a driving record that meets insurability guidelines.
• CDL and Medical card as required by FMVSS preferred but not required.
• Peterbilt, International, Ford, Hino, Isuzu, Cummins, and/or 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

ASE certifications (preferred)

Job description

Rush Truck Centers in Missouri seeks a skilled diesel technician to service and overhaul trucks, engines, and components. You will read job orders, diagnose issues from operation tests, and perform detailed repairs in a fast-paced dealership environment.

This role emphasizes safety, customer relations, and ongoing training to stay current with OEM bulletins. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, 1-2 years of Class 7/8 technician experience, and a valid driver license; CDL and FMVSS