Diesel Mechanic Technician

Ryder•Harrisonburg, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Senior Level Diesel Technician in Harrisonburg, Virginia. The technician performs maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on heavy- and medium-duty vehicles, using diagnostic tools and shop management systems. The role includes completing work with minimal supervision, interacting with customers and drivers, complying with safety and regulatory requirements, and mentoring less experienced technicians. The position requires driving Ryder vehicles and obtaining a CDL within six months of hire. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with weekends off. Pay is $30 per hour, with certification and quarterly bonus opportunities. Ryder provides diagnostic tools, equipment, paid training, and career development opportunities.

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 preventive maintenance such as oil changes, brake work, and tire work.
Basic diagnostics and repairs, including air-conditioning and electrical systems, required.
At least two years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy-duty and medium-duty equipment.
Three or more years of relevant work experience preferred.
Knowledge of and ability to use computer skills, including PC, Windows, and mouse operation.
Must be able to obtain a CDL within six months after hire.
Must pass a Ryder drug test and DOT physical, and pass a Ryder road test and background and motor vehicle check, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.
Other certifications may be required by location.
Must complete additional screening if required for the position or assigned customer, which may include employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, road tests, or customer badging or background requirements.

Nice To Haves

Valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL), preferred.
Three or more years of relevant work experience, preferred.
Post-secondary degree or technical certifications, preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance.
Diagnose complex mechanical and electronic problems, using diagnostic computers when applicable.
Complete complex and detailed mechanical inspections and repairs with minimal supervision.
Replace defective components as instructed.
Work unsupervised on most tasks.
Perform facility maintenance duties.
Interact with customers and drivers to determine the nature of complaints when assigned a task.
Use key functions of the Shop Management System and available electronic documentation.
Work in accordance with federal, provincial, and corporate compliance guidelines, including safety and DOT/MOT requirements.
Mentor Tech 1 and Tech 2 level technicians.
Access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
Complete other support duties as required, which may include Service Island support.
Complete SBTIII training within 180 days (SBT220).
Complete two OEM online diagnostic scan tool software courses as required by location and fleet mix within 365 days.
Drive Ryder vehicles.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
PTO accrual beginning on Day 1, 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.
Quarterly bonus opportunity of up to $500, four times per year.
$100 bonus for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
Top Tech Competition awards ranging from $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 of up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician or Fuel Service Employee.
Career development and advancement opportunities.