Diesel Mechanic Technician

Ryder•New Stanton, PA

26d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Master Level Diesel Technician in New Stanton to maintain and repair heavy-duty vehicles. The role includes standard and preventive maintenance, complex mechanical and electronic repairs, diagnostics, roadside breakdown triage, and facility maintenance. Technicians use diagnostic computers and software, maintenance documents, shop-management systems, and electronic documentation, and may advise, coach, and mentor other technicians. The position requires driving Ryder vehicles and completing required training and courses. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday: Tuesday through Friday, 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The stated hourly pay is $39.43. Ryder advertises certification, quarterly, sign-on, and competition bonuses, along with benefits and career-development opportunities.

Requirements

Basic tools and the minimum required tool set.
Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience repairing automotive gas or diesel engines.
Ability to perform routine preventive maintenance, including oil changes, brake work, and tire work.
Ability to diagnose and repair air-conditioning and electrical systems.
Ability to perform advanced repairs, including some major engine repairs, diesel after-treatment repairs, or automotive fuel-injection repairs.
Ability to perform all T3 tasks.
Demonstrated advanced analytical and vehicle-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.
Ability to coach, mentor, and influence others.
Ability to obtain a CDL within six months after hire.
Pass a Ryder drug test, DOT physical, and Ryder road test.
Pass Ryder background and motor-vehicle checks, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.
Four or more years of relevant work experience is preferred.
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Vocational or technical certification, post-secondary degree, or technical certifications are preferred.
Valid Class A CDL is preferred.
Other certifications required by location.
ASE certification in PM, brakes, A/C, electrical, electronics, or ASE Master Mechanic is preferred.
Some positions may require additional employment and education verification, motor-vehicle-record checks, a road test, customer badging, or other customer background requirements.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Vocational or technical certification, post-secondary degree, or technical certifications.
Four or more years of relevant work experience.
Valid Class A CDL.
ASE certification in PM, brakes, A/C, electrical, electronics, or ASE Master Mechanic.

Responsibilities

Complete SBTIII training within 180 days (SBT220).
Complete required OEM online diagnostic scan-tool software courses within 365 days, according to the location's fleet mix.
Complete instructor-led OEM courses as required to support the location's fleet mix.
Perform standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance.
Perform complex repairs with minimal or no support.
Access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electronic problems with minimal or no 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 required for operations, which may include Service Island support.
Road-test vehicles as necessary.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
PTO accrual starting on day one, with 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, up to $700.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500, paid 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–$50,000 per year.
An 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.