Mobile Diesel Mechanic

Rush Enterprises, Inc; Jerome (ID); On-site; USD 28,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers in the United States is seeking a Mobile Service Diesel Mechanic to support our customers at client locations. You will perform on-site maintenance and diagnostics, addressing components such as injectors, pistons, bearings, transmissions, and more with dedicated diagnostic tools.

The role requires 5 years of Class 7 & 8 truck experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a CDL is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 5 years' experience as a Class 7 & 8 technician in a dealer or truck service facility.
• CDL is preferred but not required; a medical card is required.
• Ase certifications are preferred and rewarded.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all aspects of equipment according to company standards.
• Perform basic truck maintenance including fuel, oil checks, cleanliness, and inspections.
• Manage inventory on the service truck and keep vehicle stocked.
• Report to the Service Manager with daily assigned duties.
• Be available for after-hours service calls and open work schedules.
• Diagnose, remove and replace components using diagnostic equipment and tech docs.
• Document work in the company computer system and complete paperwork timely.
• Ensure safety checks on trucks and adjust as needed.
• Communicate repairs to customers and/or service writers for next steps.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Technical ability

CDL (preferred)

ASE certifications (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Vehicle diagnostics

Job description

Are you a Mobile Service Diesel Mechanic looking for an opportunity to work for a leader in the commercial truck industry?

We are searching for tenured & certified technicians to support our customers!

Our Mobile Diesel Technicians are responsible for maintaining the fleet for clients and to handle service calls at client locations, so we can provide expedited expertise directly to our customer's trucks & equipment on site.

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

• Maintain all aspects of equipment according to company standards.
• Handle basic maintenance of the truck including filling tank with fuel, checking oil, keeping it clean, and making sure required inspections are performed and documented as assigned.
• Manage inventory control on the service truck and for keeping the vehicle properly stocked.
• Report to the Service Manager and will be assigned duties on a daily basis.
• Maintain availability for after-hours service calls and be available for an open work schedule.
• Maintain and inventory the supplied tools for the work required in maintaining diesel engine trucks and associated equipment
• Read job order and observes and listens to vehicle in operation to determine malfunction and to plan work procedures.
• Utilize various diagnostic equipment to determine malfunction and utilize available technical information to determine and perform correct repair procedure.
• Diagnosis, removal and replacement of injectors, pistons, liners, cam shafts, cylinder heads, rod and main bearings, oil pans, clutches, fan hubs, differentials, fifth wheels, brakes, changes or recharges batteries, and replaces transmissions and other parts.
• Perform all necessary diagnostic and documentation functions on the company computer system.
• Examine protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks, and makes adjustments.
• Lubricate moving parts and drives repaired vehicle to verify conformance to specifications.
• Perform preventative maintenance work as requested.
• Document and submit necessary paperwork or enter into mobile service program as work performed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding the work. Foster positive customer relations.
• Advise customer and/or service writer of any repairs or services which should be performed within the next 3 months.
• Participate in training and utilize that training in the course of work.

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 degree (GED).
• 5 years' experience as a Class 7 & 8 technician in a dealership or related truck service facility
• Current CDL preferred but not required.
• Medical card as required by the FMVS.
• Mechanical aptitude and technical ability is a must.
• Peterbilt, International, Ford, Hino, Isuzu, Cummins, & ASE certifications are preferred & rewarded

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 $55.00/Hr.