Diesel Mechanic

Ryder • New York, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Astoria, New York. The role performs maintenance and repairs on heavy-duty vehicles, including preventive maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and component repairs. Technicians use state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and equipment and follow applicable safety, DOT, and corporate compliance guidelines. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., with weekends off.

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, 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.

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 Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A 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 diagnostic computers when applicable.
• Identify the root cause of basic failures or conditions and make required repairs.
• 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 federal, provincial, and corporate compliance guidelines, including safety, DOT, and MOT requirements.
• Perform other support duties as needed, including Service Island support.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Hourly pay of $37.87.
• Certification bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification, up to $700.
• Quarterly bonus of up to $500, paid four times per year.
• Paid training.
• PPE and uniforms provided.
• Tool and boot allowance.
• Unlimited referral bonuses up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed