Diesel Truck Technician - Engine & Systems Expert

Rush-Enterprises; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company matching

Employee stock purchase program

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Rush Truck Leasing is seeking a Diesel Technician to service customers by performing cleaning, maintenance, inspection, and parts installation with manuals. This role requires 7 years of Class 7 & 8 technician experience and a valid CDL/Medical card where applicable, with strong safety and customer service focus.

The technician will diagnose and repair trucks and engines, read job orders, and ensure quality work while maintaining positive customer relations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 7 years’ experience as a Class 7 & 8 technician in a dealership or related truck service facility.
• CDL and Medical card as required by FMVSS preferred but not required.

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, batteries, and transmissions.
• Read job order and observe vehicle to determine malfunction and plan work procedures.
• Examine guards and safety devices and make adjustments as needed.
• Lubricate moving parts and drive repaired vehicle to verify conformance to specifications.
• Attend training classes and keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Rush Truck Leasing is seeking a Diesel Technician to service customers by performing cleaning, maintenance, inspection, and parts installation with manuals. This role requires 7 years of Class 7 & 8 technician experience and a valid CDL/Medical card where applicable, with strong safety and customer service focus.

The technician will diagnose and repair trucks and engines, read job orders, and ensure quality work while maintaining positive customer relations.