Diesel Mechanic Technician

Ryder • Pearl River, LA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Senior Level Diesel Technician in Pearl River, Louisiana. This role offers a stable career with weekly pay and excellent benefits. Ryder provides state-of-the-art diagnostics and tools for mechanics working on heavy-duty vehicles. The company emphasizes recognition and respect for expertise, offering a clear path for career development and advancement. Ryder is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.

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.
• 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
• 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
• Vocational or Technical Certification Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications
• Three (3) years or more relevant work experience
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A

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
• 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
• 80 hours PTO your first year, starting Day 1
• Yearly merit pay increases
• 401 (k) company match
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
• Paid training that keeps you ahead
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED