Diesel Mechanic Senior Level

Ryder•Yakima, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a senior-level Overhaul Diesel Technician in Yakima, Washington. The technician diagnoses, rebuilds, and repairs major truck components and systems, and performs vehicle maintenance and repair with minimal support. The role uses diagnostic computers, software, and other shop equipment to address complex mechanical and electronic problems, including support for roadside breakdowns. It also includes facility maintenance, interaction with customers and drivers, and coaching and mentoring other technicians. The position pays $40.38 per hour, with a Tuesday–Saturday schedule beginning at 7:00 a.m. Ryder provides state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and equipment, paid training, and opportunities for career development and advancement. Technicians must be available for shift work, weekends, and on-call duty as required, and must drive Ryder vehicles. A CDL must be obtained within six months of hire.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Vocational or technical certification.
Basic tools and minimum required tool set.
Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience repairing automotive gas or diesel engines, including preventive maintenance such as oil changes, brake work, and tire work.
Experience diagnosing and repairing air conditioning and electrical systems.
Ability to perform advanced repairs, including some major engine repairs, diesel aftertreatment, or automotive fuel injection repairs.
Four or more years of relevant work experience preferred.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License preferred; must be able to obtain a CDL within six months after hire.
Certifications required by the location.
Ability to perform all T3 tasks and demonstrated advanced analytical and vehicle-repair skills.
Effective interpersonal communication skills and basic computer skills, including PC, Windows, and mouse use.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Availability for shift work, weekends, and on-call duty as required.
ASE certification in PM, brakes, A/C, electrical, electronics, or ASE Master Mechanic preferred.
Proficiency operating shop computers and diagnostic test equipment.
Ability to coach, mentor, and influence others.
Ability to drive Ryder vehicles and pass a Ryder drug test, DOT physical, Ryder road test, and background and motor vehicle checks, including verification of drug and alcohol history from previous employers for the last three years.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Post-secondary degree or technical certifications.
Four or more years of relevant work experience.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License.
ASE certification in PM, brakes, A/C, electrical, electronics, or ASE Master Mechanic.

Responsibilities

Complete SBTIII training within 180 days and required OEM online diagnostic scan tool courses within 365 days.
Complete instructor-led OEM courses as required for the location’s fleet mix.
Perform standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance.
Perform complex vehicle repairs with minimal support.
Use internal and external maintenance documents and shop management systems and electronic documentation.
Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electronic problems, using diagnostic computers and software when applicable.
Conduct remote triage with RCRC and customers to determine how to assist with roadside breakdowns.
Perform facility maintenance duties and other support duties as needed, including Service Island support.
Interact with customers and drivers to determine the nature of assigned complaints.
Instruct, advise, coach, and mentor other technicians on maintenance, repair procedures, and diagnostics.
Advise shop management and technicians on shop repairs.
Follow federal, provincial, and corporate compliance guidelines, including safety and DOT/MOT requirements.
Road-test vehicles as necessary.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
Paid time off 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.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500, paid four times per year.
$100 certification bonus for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
Top Tech Competition awards of $250–$50,000 per year.
Additional 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.
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.