Diesel Mechanic

Ryder•BATESBURG, SC

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Batesburg, South Carolina. The role performs maintenance and repairs on vehicles, including heavy-duty vehicles, and uses diagnostic tools and equipment to identify and address mechanical and electronic issues. Technicians also interact with customers and drivers, document work electronically, and follow applicable safety, transportation, and corporate compliance guidelines. The position pays $26.00 per hour, with a $100 bonus for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700, and quarterly bonuses of up to $500. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with weekends off. Ryder provides diagnostic tools and equipment, paid training, PPE, uniforms, and a boot allowance. The posting describes opportunities for career development and advancement.

Requirements

Basic tools are 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.
Must be able to obtain a CDL within six months after hire.
Must pass a Ryder drug test.
Must pass a DOT physical.
Must pass a 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.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Vocational or technical certification, post-secondary degree, or technical certifications preferred.
Two or more years of combined classroom training and work experience preferred.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties.
Perform standard vehicle maintenance.
Perform standard component inspections and repairs.
Perform preventive maintenance.
Diagnose standard mechanical and electronic problems, using a diagnostic computer when applicable.
Identify the root cause of basic failures or conditions and perform repairs as required.
Replace defective components as instructed.
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 and DOT/MOT requirements.
Perform other support duties as required to support operations, which may include Service Island support.

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–$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 bonuses of up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee.
Quarterly bonuses of up to $500.
$100 bonus for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.