Mobile Diesel Tech — On-Site Service & Diagnostics

Rush Enterprises, Inc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company matching

Employee stock purchase program

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Rush Truck Leasing seeks a Mobile Diesel Mechanic to service client fleets and perform on-site maintenance across locations. You will inspect, repair, and recondition diesel trucks, following manuals and safety guidelines while documenting work performed.

The role requires 5 years of Class 7/8 technician experience, a medical card per FMVSS, a valid driver’s license, and strong mechanical aptitude. After-hours availability and solid customer relations are essential.

Qualifications

• Med Card is Required and can be obtained upon being hired
• 5 years' experience as a Class 7 & 8 technician in a dealership or related truck service facility.
• Medical card as required by the FMVS.
• Mechanical aptitude and technical ability is a must.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Technical ability

Driver's license

Education

Class 7 & 8 technician certification

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Rush Truck Leasing seeks a Mobile Diesel Mechanic to service client fleets and perform on-site maintenance across locations. You will inspect, repair, and recondition diesel trucks, following manuals and safety guidelines while documenting work performed.

The role requires 5 years of Class 7/8 technician experience, a medical card per FMVSS, a valid driver’s license, and strong mechanical aptitude. After-hours availability and solid customer relations are essential.