Diesel Technician: Engine Overhauls, Growth & Training

Rush Enterprises, Inc; Robstown (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase program

Performance-based incentives

Ongoing OEM training

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers is seeking a Diesel Technician to service and overhaul heavy trucks across our extensive network. You will read job orders, diagnose malfunctions, and perform repairs on engines, transmissions, brakes, and related components to ensure safe, reliable operation.

We offer a competitive starting wage with shift premiums, ongoing OEM training, and opportunities for career growth within a large, nationwide dealership network.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current and valid driver license.
• Peterbilt, International, Ford, Hino, Isuzu, Cummins, or ASE certifications are preferred & rewarded.
• Experience as a Class 7 & 8 technician in a dealership or related truck service facility is a plus.

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

Skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Rush Truck Centers is seeking a Diesel Technician to service and overhaul heavy trucks across our extensive network. You will read job orders, diagnose malfunctions, and perform repairs on engines, transmissions, brakes, and related components to ensure safe, reliable operation.

We offer a competitive starting wage with shift premiums, ongoing OEM training, and opportunities for career growth within a large, nationwide dealership network.