Truck & Trailer Modification Technician — Fabrication

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

Benefits offered by this job

401K and stock purchase

Incentives for performance

Training and advancement opportunities

Positive culture

Job summary

Rush Truck Centers in Dallas, TX seeks a Vehicle Modification Technician to perform inspections, layouts, fabrication and installation of modifications on Class 7 and 8 trucks and trailers. Duties include reading job orders, planning procedures, and executing installs and repairs on chassis, driveline, hydraulics, air systems and brakes.

The role requires a CDL and insurability; DOT inspection experience is desirable. We offer competitive pay and benefits in a growing network of locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Two years’ experience in a related field.
• Commercial driver’s license; must be insurable.
• DOT inspection experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Read job order and observe vehicle in operation to determine malfunction and plan work procedures.
• Install, repair and inspect Class 7 and 8 trucks including chassis, engine and driveline, axles, steering, cooling, cab, body and mounting; understand torque settings.
• Install, repair and inspect vehicle hydraulic pumps, motors and piping including wet kit installation and testing.
• Install, repair and inspect vehicle air systems including braking and related lines and reservoirs.
• Understand vehicle electrical systems; learn to diagnose chassis, brake, engine and drivetrain issues.
• Fit and install steel and aluminum panels, accessories and fenders with basic tools.

Skills

Two years experience

CDL required

DOT inspection experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Rush Truck Centers in Dallas, TX seeks a Vehicle Modification Technician to perform inspections, layouts, fabrication and installation of modifications on Class 7 and 8 trucks and trailers. Duties include reading job orders, planning procedures, and executing installs and repairs on chassis, driveline, hydraulics, air systems and brakes.

The role requires a CDL and insurability; DOT inspection experience is desirable. We offer competitive pay and benefits in a growing network of locations.