Experienced Diesel Mechanic

Rush Enterprises, Inc; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers is seeking a Diesel Service Technician to service and repair customer fleets via assigned trucks and equipment, while delivering exceptional customer service. You will overhaul gas and diesel engines, install components, read job orders, inspect safety devices, lubricate parts, and drive the vehicle to verify repairs.

Requirements: 1–2 years’ experience as a Class 7–8 technician, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver license; CDL and Medical card preferred but not

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years’ experience as a Class 7–8 technician in a dealership or related truck service facility.
• Current and valid driver license; CDL and Medical card preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service to vehicles and equipment.
• Perform general and detailed repair of all trucks, engines and components.
• Lubricate moving parts and drive repaired vehicle to verify conformance to specifications.
• Read job orders, observe and listen to vehicle in operation to determine malfunction and plan work procedures.
• Overhaul gas or diesel engines.
• Install injectors, pistons, liners, cam shafts, cylinder heads and other parts.
• Attend training classes and keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers to increase satisfaction.

Skills

Customer service mindset

Manual interpretation

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL license

ASE certifications

Job description

• Overhaul gas or diesel engines.

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.

Rush Truck Centers opens the door to the world of opportunity. We are the largest network of commercial vehicle dealerships across the US representing truck and bus manufacturers. Our franchises include Peterbilt, International, Hino, Isuzu, Ford, IC Bus and Blue Bird. We offer a rewarding career as a leader in the transportation industry. Grow with us as we continue to expand our network of locations and services.

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)
• 1-2 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.
• Additional pay for Valid CDL
• 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

This job posting does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their leader.

Minimum Pay Rate

USD $26.00/Hr.

Maximum Pay Rate

USD $40.00/Hr.