Installer

Rush Enterprises Inc.; Scott City (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards package

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase program

Performance-based incentives

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Rush Enterprises Inc. is seeking a Production Lead for upfitting truck and trailer chassis. You will oversee welding, fabrication, fixturing, and installation, ensuring accuracy from design drawings and meeting customer deadlines.

The role requires leadership to drive safety, quality, and continuous improvement while coordinating between technicians, management, and customers in a fast-paced shop environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years experience in welding and vehicle fabrication; DoT inspection experience desirable.
• AWS welding certifications required for work assigned.
• Maintain at own expense all hand and small power tools required to perform work assignments.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily workflow for the upfit team by assigning work and coordinating priorities.
• Serve as primary point of contact between technicians, management, vendors, and customers.
• Monitor project progress, labor utilization, and material consumption for cost-effective execution.
• Assist with scheduling, material planning, inventory management, and resource allocation.

Skills

Welding

Vehicle fabrication

DoT inspection experience

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

AWS welding certifications

Job description

The Production Lead performs layout, fabrication, fixturing and welding and/or installation of weldments used in new and modified truck and trailer chassis and components. The Fabricator must be able to work accurately from design drawings.

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:

• Lead daily workflow for the upfit team by assigning work, coordinating priorities, and ensuring production schedules and customer deadlines are met.

• Serve as the primary point of contact between technicians, management, vendors, and customers regarding project status, technical issues, and production requirements.

• Monitor project progress, labor utilization, and material consumption to ensure efficient and cost-effective project execution.

• Assist with scheduling, material planning, inventory management, and resource allocation to support uninterrupted production.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance shop efficiency, workmanship quality, and operational performance.

• Promote a strong safety culture through leadership, coaching, and adherence to company safety policies and procedures.

• Install, integrate, and troubleshoot vehicle equipment, including lighting systems, communications devices, hydraulic systems, auxiliary power systems, and specialized vehicle accessories.

• Perform electrical wiring, diagnostics, testing, and repairs to ensure compliance with manufacturer specifications and customer requirements.

• Fabricate and install custom brackets, mounting solutions, and specialty components for vehicle upfit applications.

• Read and interpret work orders, wiring schematics, technical drawings, installation instructions, and process documentation to complete projects accurately.

• Prepare, modify, and adapt components for new or revised applications in accordance with engineering and operational requirements.

• Create and maintain bills of materials (BOMs) and provide feedback to engineering, operations, and parts departments to support product improvements.

• Conduct quality inspections and functional testing throughout the build process and prior to customer delivery.

• Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and installation-related issues to minimize rework and project delays.

• Maintain a high level of productivity, craftsmanship, and cost-effectiveness while ensuring customer satisfaction and quality standards are achieved.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with company standards.

• Demonstrate working knowledge of Class 7 and Class 8 truck chassis, engines, drivelines, torque specifications, hydraulic systems, compressed air systems, and vehicle electrical systems.

• Safely operate and work around welding equipment, compressed gases, propane systems, and other shop equipment while following established safety procedures.

• Collaborate with production teams, supervisors, engineering, and customers to ensure successful project completion and continuous operational improvement.

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.

Basic Qualifications:

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

• Two years experience in welding and vehicle fabrication. DoT inspection experience desirable.

• AWS welding certifications required for work assigned.

• Maintain at own expense all hand and small power tools (including torches and tips) required to efficiently perform work assignments.

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 $20.00/Hr.

Maximum Pay Rate

USD $30.00/Hr.