Diesel Technician - Training, Growth & Competitive Pay

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Shift premiums

Career growth & training

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers is seeking skilled technicians for our nationwide network of heavy-duty truck service centers in Houston. If you are a seasoned diesel technician or a graduate starting your career, join our team for hands-on repairs, diagnostics, and customer-focused service.

Responsibilities include repairing trucks and engines, overhauling diesel systems, installing parts, and ensuring safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or 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 insurability guidelines set forth by the company’s insurance carrier.
• Peterbilt, International, Ford, Hino, Isuzu, Cummins, 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, 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

Job description

Rush Truck Centers is seeking skilled technicians for our nationwide network of heavy-duty truck service centers in Houston. If you are a seasoned diesel technician or a graduate starting your career, join our team for hands-on repairs, diagnostics, and customer-focused service.

Responsibilities include repairing trucks and engines, overhauling diesel systems, installing parts, and ensuring safety standards.