Diesel Technician Mechanic

Ryder•Landover, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a senior-level Diesel Technician in Landover, Maryland. The technician performs maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on heavy- and medium-duty vehicles, using diagnostic computers and maintenance documentation. The role includes completing inspections and repairs with minimal supervision, interacting with drivers to determine vehicle concerns, following safety and regulatory requirements, and mentoring lower-level technicians. The position also includes facility and operational support duties and required training in diagnostic tools and systems. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, first shift, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Pay is $31.00 per hour. Ryder provides diagnostic tools and equipment, paid training, and opportunities for bonuses and career advancement.

Requirements

Vocational or technical certification.
Basic tools.
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.
Basic diagnostics and repairs, including air-conditioning and electrical systems.
At least 2 years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy-duty and medium-duty equipment.
Computer skills, including use of a PC, Windows, and a mouse.
Ability to obtain a CDL within 6 months after hire.
Pass a Ryder drug test, DOT physical, and Ryder road test.
Pass a Ryder background and motor vehicle check, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last 3 years.
Meet any additional screening, motor vehicle, road-test, badging, or customer background requirements applicable to the assignment.
Ability to drive Ryder vehicles.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Post-secondary degree or technical certifications preferred.
Three or more years of relevant work experience preferred.
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance.
Diagnose complex mechanical and electronic problems, using diagnostic computers when applicable.
Complete complex and detailed mechanical inspections and repairs with minimal supervision.
Replace defective components as instructed.
Work unsupervised on most tasks.
Perform facility maintenance duties.
Interact with customers and drivers to determine the nature of assigned complaints.
Use the Shop Management System and available electronic documentation.
Work in accordance with federal, provincial, and corporate compliance guidelines, including safety and DOT/MOT requirements.
Mentor Tech 1 and Tech 2 level technicians.
Access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
Provide other operational support as required, including Service Island support.
Complete SBTIII training within 180 days (SBT220).
Complete two OEM online diagnostic scan-tool software courses as required by the location's fleet mix, within 365 days.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
PTO accrual beginning 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 bonuses of up to $500, four times per year.
$100 certification bonus for each new ASE certification, up to $700.
Top Tech Competition awards 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 of up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician or Fuel Service Employee.