Experienced Diesel Mechanic

Rush Enterprises Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 41,328 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company matching

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Rush Enterprises Inc. in Tampa, Florida, is seeking an Experienced Diesel Technician to provide exceptional service to our customers. In this role, you will conduct cleaning, maintenance, and repairs on a variety of vehicles while ensuring safety and compliance with standards.

With a commitment to professional growth supported by ongoing training, we offer a rewarding career and a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare and a robust 401(k) plan with company matching.

Qualifications

• 9 years’ experience as a Class 7 & 8 technician in a dealership or related truck service facility.
• Must possess a current and valid driver license.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical service to vehicles and equipment.
• Perform general and detailed repair of all trucks and engines.
• Overhaul gas or diesel engines.
• Read job order to determine malfunction and plan work procedures.
• Maintain customer satisfaction and develop positive relationships.

Skills

Technical service to vehicles

General and detailed repair

Engine overhaul

Installation of vehicle parts

Customer relationship development

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Our Experienced Diesel Technician provides service to customers while maintaining exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include cleaning, maintenance, visual inspection, removal of parts and attachments, installation with manuals, report writing, disassembly, assembly, parts reuse evaluation, and reconditioning.

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 such as Peterbilt, International, Hino, Isuzu, Ford, IC Bus, and Blue Bird. We offer a rewarding career as a leader in the transportation industry and an opportunity to grow with us as we expand our network.

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.

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. Additionally, we provide performance‑based incentives and opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training and development.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 9 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.

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 $30.00/Hr.

Maximum Pay Rate: USD $60.00/Hr.