Diesel Mechanic In Charge

Ryder•Hampton, VA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician in Charge in Newport News, VA — providing a stable company for your career with weekly pay and excellent benefits. This role involves assisting and training Technicians, providing customer service, overseeing parts distribution & inventory, shop reporting, warranty recovery, unit tracking, and payroll administration. Ryder offers a safety-first workplace and state-of-the-art equipment, with a clear path for career development and advancement.

Requirements

18 years of age or older
Basic tools, required
Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines including: Routine preventative maintenance (oil changes, brake and tire work)
Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines including: Diagnostics and repairs, including AC, electrical systems
Advanced skilled level repairs to include some major engine repairs, diesel after treatment or automotive fuel injection repairs, required
Must be able to read codes and instructions on the computer
Must have computer experience in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, internet and other related maintenance computerized programs
Must have minimum tool requirement
Must have a Valid Driver's License and the ability to meet Ryder's driving qualifications
Must meet at minimum Tech II up to Tech IV qualifications plus a minimum of 6 months supervisory or training experience
Ability to work flexible schedules including shift work, weekends, holidays and on-call rotations for roadside assistance
Must be proficient in SMO, SBT, payroll system, warranty recovery and employee handbook
Must have a thorough understanding of Unit utilization procedures
Must be able to obtain CDL within 6 months after hire
Pass a Ryder Drug Test
Pass a DOT physical
Pass a Ryder road test
Pass a Ryder Background and Motor vehicle check including Drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last 3 years

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Vocational or Technical Certification Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications, preferred
Four (4) years or more Relevant work experience, preferred
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred
All other certification as required by location, required
Internal Candidates: Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6 months in their current position and possess a record of good performance, attendance, safety and teamwork

Responsibilities

Assisting and training Technicians as needed
Providing customer service to the daily customers
Giving feedback to the Service Manager on the performance of employees for appraisal or disciplinary purposes
Overseeing parts distribution & inventory
Overseeing shop reporting
Overseeing warranty recovery
Overseeing unit tracking
Overseeing payroll administration
Performing other duties assigned by the Supervisor/Manager

Benefits

Weekly pay
Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days
Earn PTO starting Day 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year
Yearly merit pay increases
401 (k) company match
PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
Paid training that keeps you ahead
Top Tech Competition: Earn $250 – $50,000 per year
U.S. military veterans - extra paid day off
15% company stock discount
Up to $5,000 in Tech tuition repayment
12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure)
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more
Certification Bonus of $100 for each New ASE Certification Obtained up to $700
Quarterly Bonus: Ryder Pays you up to $500 Every Quarter - Four Times Per Year
Unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee