Diesel Mechanic Reefer Technician

Ryder•Conestoga Township, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Master Level Diesel Technician in Conestoga, Pennsylvania. This role performs maintenance and repair work on vehicles, including complex mechanical and electronic diagnostics and repairs, with minimal support. Reefer experience and 608 Reefer Certification are required. The technician also supports roadside breakdowns, interacts with customers and drivers, advises and mentors other technicians, and helps maintain shop operations and compliance. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, first shift, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Hourly pay is $35.00. Ryder offers certification and quarterly bonuses, a sign-on bonus, and a range of benefits and career development opportunities. The technician must drive Ryder vehicles and meet applicable licensing, testing, and screening requirements.

Requirements

608 Reefer Certification and reefer experience are required.
Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines.
Experience with routine preventive maintenance, including oil changes, brake work, and tire work.
Experience with diagnostics and repairs, including air conditioning and electrical systems.
Advanced repair skills, including some major engine repairs, diesel after-treatment, or automotive fuel-injection repairs.
Ability to perform all T3 tasks.
Demonstrated advanced analytical and vehicle-maintenance repair skills.
Effective interpersonal communication skills.
Basic computer skills, including PC, Windows, and mouse use.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Availability for shift work, weekends, and on-call duty as required.
Proficiency operating shop computers and diagnostic test equipment.
Must meet the minimum tool requirement; basic tools are required.
Ability to obtain a CDL within six months after hire.
Must pass a Ryder drug test, DOT physical, Ryder road test, and Ryder background and motor vehicle check, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.
Must be able to drive Ryder vehicles.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Vocational or technical certification, postsecondary degree, or technical certifications.
Four or more years of relevant work experience.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL).
ASE certification in PM, brakes, A/C, electrical, electronics, or ASE Master Mechanic.
Ability to coach, mentor, and influence others.

Responsibilities

Complete SBTIII training within 180 days (SBT220).
Complete required OEM online diagnostic scan-tool software courses within 365 days and instructor-led OEM courses as required for the location's fleet mix.
Perform standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance.
Perform complex repairs with minimal, if any, support.
Access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electronic problems with minimal support, using diagnostic computers and software when applicable.
Perform remote triage with RCRC and customers to determine solutions for roadside breakdowns.
Perform facility maintenance duties.
Interact with customers and drivers to determine the nature of assigned complaints.
Instruct and advise other technicians on maintenance repair procedures and diagnostics.
Coach and mentor other-level technicians.
Advise shop management and other technicians on shop repairs.
Use key functions of the Shop Management System and available electronic documentation.
Work in accordance with federal, provincial, and corporate compliance guidelines, including safety, DOT, and MOT requirements.
Perform other support duties as needed, including Service Island support.
Road test vehicles as necessary.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
PTO accrual starting on Day 1, up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
Yearly merit pay increases.
401(k) company match.
PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance.
Paid training.
Certification bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500, four times per year.
Sign-on bonus of $2,500 at 30 days and $2,500 at 90 days.
Top Tech Competition earnings of $250 to $50,000 per year.
Extra paid day off for U.S. military veterans.
15% company stock discount.
Up to $5,000 in technician tuition repayment.
12 weeks of paid maternity leave, subject to eligibility criteria including work tenure.
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more.
Unlimited referral bonuses up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician or Fuel Service Employee.