Experienced Diesel Mechanic

Rush Enterprises, Inc; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Total Rewards package

Outstanding healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company matching

Performance-based incentives

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Rush Enterprises, Inc in Lufkin, Texas is looking for a Diesel Service Technician responsible for servicing & repairing customers' fleet equipment while delivering excellent customer service.

The ideal candidate will have 5 years’ experience as a Class 7 & 8 technician, a high school diploma or GED, and must possess a valid driver license. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare, 401(k) matching, and employee stock purchase program.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Class 7 & 8 technician in truck service.
• Valid driver license meeting insurability guidelines.
• Preferred certification in Peterbilt, International, Ford, Hino, Isuzu, Cummins, & ASE.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service to vehicles and equipment
• Perform repair of trucks, engines, and components
• Maintain customer relationships to enhance satisfaction

Skills

Technical service to vehicles and equipment

General and detailed repair of trucks and engines

Customer relationship management

Installation and maintenance tasks

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

A Diesel Service Technician is responsible for providing service & repair to our customers' fleet via assigned truck and equipment repairs, while maintaining exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service to vehicles and equipment.
• Perform general and detailed repair of all trucks, engines and components.
• Cleaning, maintenance, visual inspection, and removal of parts and attachments.
• Installation with the help of proper manuals, report writing, disassembly, assembly, parts reuse evaluation, and reconditioning.
• 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.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (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 the insurability guidelines set forth by the company’s insurance carrier.
• Current and valid CDL and Medical card as required by the FMVS preferred but not required.
• Peterbilt, International, Ford, Hino, Isuzu, Cummins, &/or ASE certifications are preferred & rewarded.

Benefits

• We offer an exceptional Total Rewards package with outstanding healthcare benefits, a robust 401(k) plan with company matching, and an employee stock purchase program to help you build long-term financial security. Additionally, we provide performance-based incentives and opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training and development. All of this is within a culture that values and rewards excellence, a positive attitude, and integrity, ensuring you thrive personally and professionally.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Minimum Pay Rate: USD $20.00/Hr.

Maximum Pay Rate: USD $50.00/Hr.