Diesel Technician - Growth, Training & Great Benefits

Rush Enterprises, Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase program

Performance incentives

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers is seeking a Diesel Technician to overhaul gas or diesel engines and perform repairs on trucks and components. This role supports customers and ensures safety standards.

This position offers opportunities for hands-on training, ongoing OEM equipment updates, and career growth within a large national network. Competitive pay and shift premiums are available to dedicated technicians.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years as a Class 7–8 technician in a dealership or truck service facility.
• Valid driver's license with insurability.
• Peterbilt/International/Ford/Hino/Isuzu/Cummins or ASE certifications preferred.

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, bearings, oil pans, clutches, brakes, batteries, transmissions.
• Read job orders to determine malfunction and plan work procedures.
• Inspect guards, bolts and safety devices and adjust as needed.
• Lubricate moving parts and road-test to verify conformance to specifications.
• Tag warranty parts and returns to warranty clerk.
• Attend training classes and read factory bulletins.
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers to increase satisfaction.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

ASE certifications

Job description

Rush Truck Centers is seeking a Diesel Technician to overhaul gas or diesel engines and perform repairs on trucks and components. This role supports customers and ensures safety standards.

This position offers opportunities for hands-on training, ongoing OEM equipment updates, and career growth within a large national network. Competitive pay and shift premiums are available to dedicated technicians.