Diesel Mechanic Technician

Ryder•Upper Nazareth Township, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Senior Level Diesel Technician in Nazareth, Pennsylvania. This role offers a stable career with weekly pay and excellent benefits. We provide state-of-the-art diagnostics and tools for mechanics working on heavy-duty vehicles. Ryder is committed to recognizing and respecting expertise and skill, fostering a community of proud individuals in logistics, including military reservists and veterans. We offer a clear path for career development and advancement, and a referral bonus program for hired Diesel Mechanic Technicians and Fuel Service Employees.

Requirements

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
Basic diagnostics and repairs, including AC and electrical systems, required
Three (3) years or more relevant work experience, preferred
All other certification as required by location, required
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred
All other certification as required by location, required
Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy duty and medium duty equipment
Knowledge of and the ability to apply knowledge of computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc.
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
Important Note: Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Vocational or Technical Certification Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications, preferred
Three (3) years or more relevant work experience, preferred
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred

Responsibilities

Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties including: Performs standard vehicle maintenance, Performs preventive maintenance, Diagnoses complex mechanical and electronic problems utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable, Completes complex and detailed mechanical inspections & repairs with minimal supervision, Replaces defective components as instructed, Works unsupervised on most tasks, Performs facility maintenance duties, Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task, Utilizes key functions of Shop Management System and electronic documentation available, Works in accordance with all federal/ provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT), Acts as mentor for Tech 1 and Tech 2 levels, Demonstrate the ability to access and use internal and external maintenance documents, Other support duties as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support, SBTIII trained within 180 days (SBT220), Complete 2 of the OEM On-Line diagnostic scan tool software courses as required by location fleet mi. (predominant OEM of fleet mix completed within 365days).
Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties including: Performs standard vehicle maintenance
Performs preventive maintenance
Diagnoses complex mechanical and electronic problems utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable
Completes complex and detailed mechanical inspections & repairs with minimal supervision
Replaces defective components as instructed
Works unsupervised on most tasks
Performs facility maintenance duties
Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task
Utilizes key functions of Shop Management System and electronic documentation available
Works in accordance with all federal/ provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT)
Acts as mentor for Tech 1 and Tech 2 levels
Demonstrate the ability to access and use internal and external maintenance documents
Other support duties as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support
SBTIII trained within 180 days (SBT220)
Complete 2 of the OEM On-Line diagnostic scan tool software courses as required by location fleet mi. (predominant OEM of fleet mix completed within 365days)

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
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
Unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee