Vehicle Modification Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Stock purchase

Incentives

Training

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Rush Enterprises, Inc. seeks a Vehicle Modification Technician to inspect, layout, fabricate and install Class 7 and 8 truck chassis and components, including current or revised applications.

Responsibilities include reading job orders, planning work procedures, and installing, repairing and inspecting chassis, engines, driveline, brakes, hydraulics and electrical systems. Benefits include a 401K, stock purchase, incentives for performance, training and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Read job orders and observe/ listen to vehicle in operation to plan work procedures.
• Install, repair and inspect Class 7 and 8 trucks including chassis, engines, driveline, axles, steering, cooling, cab, body and mounting; understand torque settings.
• Install, repair and inspect vehicle hydraulic pumps, motors, piping and wet kits; perform testing.
• Install, repair and inspect vehicle compressed air systems including brakes and lines.
• Work on vehicle control, starting, charging, and lighting systems; learn to perform chassis, brake, engine and drivetrain diagnostics.
• Fit and install steel and aluminum panels, accessories and fenders with minimal guidance.

Skills

Two years’ experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Vehicle Modification Technician performs inspections, layouts, fabrication and/or installation of new and modified Class 7 and 8 truck and trailer chassis and components, including current or revised applications.

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

• Read job order and observe and listen to vehicle in operation to determine malfunction and to plan work procedures.
• Installation, repair and inspection of Class 7 and 8 trucks to include chassis, engine and driveline, axles, steering, cooling system, cab, body and mounting; understanding of reasons for torque settings.
• Installation, repair and inspection of vehicle hydraulic pumps, motors and piping to include installation and testing of wet kits.
• Installation, repair and inspection of vehicle compressed air systems to include vehicle braking; related fail-safe systems and proper installation of lines and reservoirs.
• Vehicle control, starting, charging, and lighting systems and circuits. Background knowledge permits learning to perform chassis, brake, engine and drivetrain diagnostics.
• Able to fit and install steel and aluminum panels, accessories and fenders using shears, snips, cutoff tools, rivets and fasteners with minimal guidance.

Benefits

We offer exceptional compensation and benefits, 401K and stock purchase, incentives for performance, training, and opportunity for advancement - all in a culture that appreciates and rewards excellence, a positive attitude and integrity.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Two years’ experience.
• Commercial driver’s license; must be insurable.
• DOT inspection experience desirable.

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 $50.00/Hr.