Diesel Mechanic Technician

Ryder•Roseville, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a senior-level Diesel Technician in Roseville, Michigan, to perform maintenance and repairs on heavy-duty and medium-duty vehicles. The role works a Tuesday–Saturday second-shift schedule: Tuesday through Thursday, 3:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m.; Friday, noon–8:30 p.m.; and Saturday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. The position pays $38.15 per hour and offers quarterly bonuses of up to $500, plus a sign-on bonus of $1,250 at 30 days and $1,250 at 90 days. Technicians use state-of-the-art diagnostics and tools to perform routine and preventive maintenance, diagnose and repair mechanical and electronic problems, and complete detailed inspections. The work includes customer and driver interactions, electronic documentation, compliance with safety and transportation requirements, and mentoring lower-level technicians. The position also includes training requirements for SBTIII and OEM diagnostic scan-tool courses. Ryder describes a safety-first workplace, paid training, career development and advancement opportunities, and benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days; PTO accrual starting on day one; a 401(k) company match; and other listed benefits. Applicants must meet Ryder’s hiring conditions, including passing a drug test, DOT physical, road test, background and motor vehicle checks, and obtaining a CDL within six months after hire.

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.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License preferred.
Other certifications as required by location are required.
Knowledge of and ability to use computer skills, including PC, Windows, and a mouse.
Must be able to obtain a CDL within six months after hire.
Must pass a Ryder drug test, DOT physical, and Ryder road test.
Must pass Ryder background and motor vehicle checks, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.
Additional requirements may apply in different locations or accounts.
Position requires driving Ryder vehicles.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
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 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 the key functions of the Shop Management System and available electronic documentation.
Work in accordance with applicable 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.
Perform other support duties as needed to support 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 location and fleet mix, including the predominant OEM, within 365 days.

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.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500, paid four times per year.
Sign-on bonus of $1,250 at 30 days and $1,250 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 of up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee.
Career development and advancement opportunities.