Diesel Technician: Growth, Training & Stability

Rush Enterprises, Inc; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Shift premiums

Career stability

Growth opportunities

Ongoing training on OEM equipment

Advanced vehicle maintenance tech

Performance evaluations

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers is hiring a skilled technician in Lake Charles, LA to service and overhaul trucks and engines. The role involves diagnosing issues, performing repairs, and maintaining safety standards on vehicles and components.

The position requires 5 years of Class 7/8 experience, a valid driver’s license, and relevant certifications. Rush offers competitive pay, training, and growth opportunities across its network of locations.

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.
• Must possess a current and valid driver license with a driving record that meets insurability guidelines.
• Peterbilt, International, Ford, Hino, Isuzu, Cummins, &/or ASE certifications are preferred & 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, etc.
• Read job order, observe and listen to vehicle in operation to determine malfunction and plan work procedures.
• Examine protective guards, loose bolts, and safety devices on trucks, and adjust 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

Truck maintenance

Diesel engines

Diagnostics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ASE certifications

Job description

Rush Truck Centers is hiring a skilled technician in Lake Charles, LA to service and overhaul trucks and engines. The role involves diagnosing issues, performing repairs, and maintaining safety standards on vehicles and components.

The position requires 5 years of Class 7/8 experience, a valid driver’s license, and relevant certifications. Rush offers competitive pay, training, and growth opportunities across its network of locations.