Diesel Mechanic Technician

Ryder•North Charleston, SC

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a mid-level Diesel Technician in North Charleston, South Carolina. This role performs maintenance, diagnostics, inspections, and repairs on heavy- and medium-duty vehicles. The technician works with diagnostic tools and maintenance documentation, interacts with customers and drivers to understand reported issues, and may work unsupervised on most tasks. The position also includes facility and operational support duties and mentoring technicians at Tech 1 and Tech 2 levels. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with weekends off, on second shift from 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Pay is $34.00 per hour. Ryder offers a $100 bonus for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700, and quarterly bonuses of up to $500. The position includes paid training and requires completion of specified training courses within the stated timeframes.

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.
Experience with routine preventative maintenance, including oil changes, brake work, and tire work.
Experience with 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.
Certifications required by the location required.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License preferred; must be able to obtain a CDL within six months after hire.
Knowledge of and ability to use computer skills, including a PC, Windows, and a mouse.
Must pass a Ryder drug test, DOT physical, and Ryder road test.
Must pass a Ryder background and motor vehicle check, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.
Additional screening may be required, including employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, road tests, or customer badging or background requirements.
Must have the ability to drive Ryder vehicles.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Vocational or technical certification, post-secondary degree, or technical certifications.
Three or more years of relevant work experience.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License.

Responsibilities

Perform standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance.
Diagnose complex mechanical and electronic problems, using a diagnostic computer when applicable.
Complete complex, 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 a complaint when assigned a task.
Use key functions of the Shop Management System and available electronic documentation.
Work in accordance with applicable federal, provincial, and corporate compliance guidelines, including safety, DOT, and MOT requirements.
Act as a mentor for Tech 1 and Tech 2 level technicians.
Access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
Perform other support duties as needed for operations, 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 the location fleet mix, including the predominant OEM, within 365 days.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
PTO accrual starting 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.
Top Tech Competition earnings of $250 to $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.
$100 bonus for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
Quarterly bonuses of up to $500, four times per year.