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Body Shop & Paint Techs Compete at Rush Rodeo (photos)

MaintenancePhotos 10January 15, 2025

The most talented body repair and paint technicians from Rush Truck Centers locations across North America converged in San Antonio, Texas, to test their skills and compete against each other in the annual Rush Enterprises Tech Skills Rodeo.

During the annual Rush Rodeo, repair and maintenance technicians competed inside the Henry B. González Convention Center in downtown San Antonio. However, the body and paint technicians demonstrated their skills in a true work environment off-site at Rush Truck Centers – San Antonio, in nearby Converse.

Luis Gonzalez, of Rush Truck Centers – Dallas, took first place honors in body repair, while Jose Torres, of Rush Truck Centers – Houston placed first in body paint.

Se'ara Hart, of Rush Truck Center Boise, Idaho, finishes her repair work.

Photo: Wayne Parham

Each work station presented challenges.

Photo: Wayne Parham

Another technician works on a truck hood.

Photo: Wayne Parham

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Judges kept a watchfull eye on each work station.

Photo: Wayne Parham

A painted hood is rolled outside to be checked in daylight.

Photo: Wayne Parham

One contestant works to get just the right paint mix.

Photo: Wayne Parham

Luis Gonzalez, of Rush Truck Center Dallas, Texas, shows his craftmanship on the way to placing first in body repair.

Photo: Wayne Parham

Body shop technicians worked out each perfection with craftsmanship and skill.

Photo: Wayne Parham

The event brought together competitors, judges, and vendors.

Photo: Wayne Parham

A paint competitor matches the finish to a color sample.

Photo: Wayne Parham