Lead Heavy-Duty Diesel Technician

Rush-Enterprises; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Employee stock purchase program

Performance incentives

Training and development

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers in Dallas, TX is seeking a Diesel Service Technician to provide service to our customers and perform maintenance, inspections, and component repairs on trucks and equipment. This role emphasizes careful diagnostics, adherence to manuals, and accurate report writing within a supportive team.

The position requires 7 years of Class 7 & 8 technician experience in a dealership or equivalent facility, a valid driver license, and/CDL and Medical card are preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 7 years’ experience as a Class 7 & 8 technician in a dealership or related truck service facility.
• Valid driver license with insurability; CDL and Medical card preferred but not required.
• Equal Opportunity Employer.

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.

Skills

Diesel engines

Truck maintenance

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Rush Truck Centers in Dallas, TX is seeking a Diesel Service Technician to provide service to our customers and perform maintenance, inspections, and component repairs on trucks and equipment. This role emphasizes careful diagnostics, adherence to manuals, and accurate report writing within a supportive team.

The position requires 7 years of Class 7 & 8 technician experience in a dealership or equivalent facility, a valid driver license, and/CDL and Medical card are preferred but not required.