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Diesel Mechanic

$20 per hour

Rush Truck Center

Rush Technician Opportunity

Ready for a career change or just starting out? A role as a Rush Technician is a dynamic and fulfilling next step!

Rush Truck Centers is the largest network of commercial vehicle dealerships across the US. Whether you're a recent graduate eager to kickstart your career or an experienced & certified Diesel Technician seeking a new path, we are looking to welcome you to our team!

With more than 200 locations and nearly 8,000 dedicated employees, Rush Enterprises operates Rush Truck Centers—the largest network of commercial vehicle dealerships in North America—committed to delivering exceptional customer service, personalized support, and comprehensive solutions tailored to every fleet's needs.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical service to vehicles and equipment.
  • Perform general and detailed repair of all trucks, engines and components.
  • Overhaul gas or diesel engines.
  • Install injectors, pistons, liners, cam shafts, cylinder heads, rod and main bearings, oil pans, clutches, fan hubs, differentials, fifth wheels, brakes, change or recharge batteries, and replace transmissions and other parts.
  • Read job order, observe and listen to vehicle in operation to determine malfunction and plan work procedures.
  • Examine protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks, and make adjustments as needed.
  • Lubricate moving parts and drive repaired vehicle to verify conformance to specifications.
  • Tag all warranty parts and returns to warranty clerk.
  • Attend training classes and keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers to increase overall customer satisfaction

Why Rush Truck Centers is for You:

  • Competitive starting salary
  • Shift Premiums-In dealerships with multiple shifts
  • Career stability
  • Opportunity for growth
  • Continued training on a variety of OEM equipment
  • Advanced vehicle maintenance technology
  • Performance Evaluation: From 120days to Every 6 month

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
  • 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.
  • Peterbilt, International, Ford, Hino, Isuzu, Cummins, &/or ASE certifications are preferred & rewarded

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.

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 $35.00/Hr.

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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