Mobile Diesel Technician: On‑Site Fleet Repairs

Rush-Enterprises; Mount Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company matching

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers is seeking an Experienced Mobile Diesel Technician to maintain fleets and perform on-site service calls at client locations. Tenured, certified technicians are encouraged to apply and join a leader in the commercial truck industry.

The role involves preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and on-site repairs, with documentation and safety compliance. CDL preferred but not required; medical card per FMVSS and strong mechanical aptitude are valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or 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 preferred & rewarded

Responsibilities

• Maintain all aspects of equipment according to company standards.
• Handle basic maintenance on the truck including fueling, oil checks, and inspections as assigned.
• Manage inventory control on the service truck and keeping the vehicle stocked.
• Report to the Service Manager and be assigned duties daily.
• Maintain availability for after-hours service calls and an open work schedule.
• Maintain and inventory the supplied tools for the work required in maintaining diesel engine trucks.
• Read job orders and observe vehicle operation to determine malfunction and plan procedures.
• Utilize diagnostic equipment to determine malfunction and perform repair procedures.
• Diagnosis, removal and replacement of injectors, pistons, liners, cam shafts, bearings, pans, clutches, and other parts.
• Document and submit paperwork or enter into mobile service program as work performed.
• Respond to customer inquiries and foster positive customer relations.
• Advise customer of repairs to be performed within next 3 months.
• Participate in training and utilize that training in the course of work.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Technical ability

CDL preferred

FMVSS Medical card

Education

High school diploma or GED

5 years experience as Class 7 & 8 technician

Job description

Rush Truck Centers is seeking an Experienced Mobile Diesel Technician to maintain fleets and perform on-site service calls at client locations. Tenured, certified technicians are encouraged to apply and join a leader in the commercial truck industry.

The role involves preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and on-site repairs, with documentation and safety compliance. CDL preferred but not required; medical card per FMVSS and strong mechanical aptitude are valued.