Diesel Mechanic Technician - HOURLY PAY RATE

Rush Enterprises•Memphis, TN

About The Position

A Diesel Technician provides service to customers while maintaining exceptional customer service. Duties may include cleaning, maintenance, visual inspection, and removal and installation of parts and attachments using appropriate manuals; report writing; disassembly and assembly; evaluating parts for reuse; and reconditioning. The technician services and repairs trucks, engines, and related components, and helps maintain customer satisfaction through positive relationships.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Five years of experience as a Class 7 and 8 technician in a dealership or related truck service facility.
Current, valid driver's license and a driving record meeting the insurability guidelines set by the company's insurance carrier.

Nice To Haves

Current, valid CDL and medical card as required by the FMVS.

Responsibilities

Provide technical service to vehicles and equipment.
Perform general and detailed repairs on trucks, engines, and components.
Overhaul gas or diesel engines.
Install injectors, pistons, liners, camshafts, cylinder heads, rod and main bearings, oil pans, clutches, fan hubs, differentials, fifth wheels, and brakes; change or recharge batteries; and replace transmissions and other parts.
Read job orders and observe and listen to vehicles in operation to determine malfunctions 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 vehicles to verify conformance to specifications.
Tag warranty parts and returns for the warranty clerk.
Attend training classes and keep up to date with factory technical bulletins.
Develop and maintain positive customer relationships to increase overall customer satisfaction.
Follow other instructions and perform other duties requested by the employee's leader.