Diesel Mechanic

Ryder•Fort Myers, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Reefer Diesel Technician in Fort Myers, Florida. The role performs vehicle maintenance and repairs, including preventive maintenance, complex mechanical and electronic diagnostics, and repairs with minimal support. Technicians use diagnostic computers and software, maintenance documentation, shop systems, and OEM diagnostic tools. The position also includes roadside breakdown triage, customer and driver communication, facility maintenance, and coaching or advising other technicians. The employee must complete required SBTIII training and OEM courses within the specified timeframes and comply with safety, DOT, MOT, and other applicable requirements. This position requires driving Ryder vehicles and passing a drug test, DOT physical, road test, and background and motor vehicle checks. The employee must be able to obtain a CDL within six months after hire. Work shift schedules, weekends, and on-call duty may be required. Ryder advertises weekly pay, technician certification and quarterly bonuses, benefits, paid training, career development, and advancement opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Vocational or technical certification.
Post-secondary degree or technical certifications preferred.
Basic tools required, and must meet the minimum tool requirement.
Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines, including routine preventive maintenance, oil changes, brake and tire work, diagnostics, and AC and electrical system repairs.
Advanced skilled-level repair experience, 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.
Demonstrated advanced analytical and vehicle maintenance repair skills.
Effective interpersonal communication skills.
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 road-test vehicles as necessary.
Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and influence others.
Ability to pass a Ryder drug test and DOT physical, and pass a Ryder road test and background and motor vehicle check, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.
Additional screening may include employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, road tests, or customer-required badging or background requirements.

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

Perform standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance.
Perform complex repairs with minimal or no support.
Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic computers and software when applicable.
Access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
Perform remote triage with RCRC and customers to determine solutions for roadside breakdowns.
Perform facility maintenance duties.
Communicate with customers and drivers to determine the nature of assigned complaints.
Instruct, advise, coach, and mentor other technicians regarding repair procedures and diagnostics.
Advise shop management and other technicians on shop repairs.
Use key functions of the Shop Management System and available electronic documentation.
Complete SBTIII training within 180 days and required OEM online and instructor-led courses according to location fleet mix.
Comply with federal, provincial, and corporate requirements, including safety, DOT, and MOT guidelines.
Perform other support duties as needed, including 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 awards 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.
Certification bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500, four times per year.
Unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee.
Weekly pay.