Diesel Mechanic Technician

Ryder•Rutland, VT

30d•$42•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician in Rutland, Vermont — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a Technician career you can feel good about. We want the right Maintenance Repair Mechanic to join us at Ryder and work on Heavy Duty Vehicles while supporting the other Technicians in the shop. This position offers hourly pay of $41.50, a certification bonus of $100 for each new ASE Certification obtained (up to $700), and a quarterly bonus of up to $500. A sign-on bonus of $2500 is paid at 30 days and another $2500 at 90 days. A toolbox/tool allowance is also provided. The schedule is Monday–Friday with weekends OFF, and the hours are First Shift 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.

Requirements

18 years of age or older
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Vocational or Technical Certification
Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications, preferred
Basic tools, required
Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines including: Routine preventative maintenance, which should include oil changes, brake and tire work
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
Four (4) years or more Relevant work experience, preferred
Must be able to read codes and instructions on the computer
Must have computer experience in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, internet and other related
Must have minimum tool requirement
Maintenance computerized programs in order to create reports or communicate with customers, vendors and company representatives
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred
All other certification as required by location, required
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
This position requires for you to drive Ryder vehicles.
In order to become a Ryder employee you must: 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

Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting and training Technicians as needed, providing customer service to the daily customers, and giving feedback to the Service Manager on the performance of employees for appraisal or disciplinary purposes.
May also oversee parts distribution & inventory, shop reporting, warranty recovery, unit tracking, payroll administration and other duties assigned by the Supervisor/Manager.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days
80 hours PTO your first year, starting Day 1
Yearly merit pay increases
401 (k) company match
PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
Build your skills - paid training
Safety‑first workplace & State-of-the-art equipment
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