Diesel Reefer Mechanic

Ryder•Conestoga, PA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Master Level Diesel Technician in Conestoga, Pennsylvania. This role performs maintenance and repairs on heavy-duty vehicles, including complex mechanical and electronic diagnostics and repairs. Reefer experience is required. The position pays $35.00 per hour and offers certification, quarterly, and sign-on bonuses. The schedule is Monday through Friday, first shift, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Technicians use state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and equipment and may support roadside breakdowns, interact with customers and drivers, and coach other technicians. The role requires driving Ryder vehicles and may require shift work, weekends, and on-call duty as needed.

Requirements

Reefer experience is required.
Vocational or technical certification.
Basic tools are required, along with the minimum tool requirement.
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.
Experience with diagnostics and repairs, including air conditioning and electrical systems.
Advanced skilled-level repair experience, including some major engine repairs, diesel after-treatment, or automotive fuel-injection repairs.
Four or more years of relevant work experience is preferred.
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.
Must obtain a CDL within six months after hire.
Must pass a Ryder drug test, DOT physical, Ryder road test, and Ryder background and motor-vehicle check, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.
Must operate shop computers and diagnostic test equipment proficiently.
Must demonstrate the ability to coach, mentor, and influence others.
Must meet any other certifications required by location.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Post-secondary degree or technical certifications preferred.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) preferred.
ASE certification in PM, brakes, A/C, electrical, electronics, or ASE Master Mechanic preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete required SBTIII training within 180 days.
Complete OEM online diagnostic scan-tool software courses as required by the location fleet mix within 365 days.
Complete instructor-led OEM courses as required to support the location fleet mix.
Perform standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance.
Perform complex repairs with minimal or no support.
Access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electronic problems, using diagnostic computers and software when applicable.
Perform remote triage with RCRC and customers to determine solutions for roadside breakdowns.
Perform facility maintenance duties.
Interact with customers and drivers to determine the nature of assigned complaints.
Instruct and advise other technicians on maintenance repair procedures and diagnostics.
Coach and mentor other-level technicians.
Advise shop management and other technicians on shop repairs.
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.
Provide other support duties as needed for operations, including Service Island support.
Road-test vehicles as necessary.
Drive Ryder vehicles.

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.
Certification bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500, paid four times per year.
Sign-on bonus of $2,500 at 30 days and $2,500 at 90 days.
Top Tech Competition earnings of $250–$50,000 per year.
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 referral bonuses up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician or Fuel Service Employee.