Diesel Technician Mechanic

Ryder•South Plainfield, NJ

26d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Senior Level Diesel Technician in South Plainfield, New Jersey. The technician performs maintenance and repairs on heavy-duty and medium-duty vehicles, including preventive maintenance, complex mechanical and electronic diagnostics, inspections, and component replacement. The role involves working with limited supervision, using diagnostic computers and maintenance documentation, documenting work electronically, supporting facility and service operations, and following applicable safety, DOT, MOT, and corporate compliance guidelines. The technician also mentors Tech 1 and Tech 2 employees and interacts with customers and drivers to determine the nature of assigned repair complaints. The schedule is Monday through Friday on the first shift, 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Pay is $36.50 per hour, with certification and quarterly bonus opportunities. Ryder provides diagnostic tools and equipment, training, and career development opportunities. The position requires driving Ryder vehicles, obtaining a CDL within six months after hire, and passing required drug, DOT physical, road, background, and motor vehicle checks.

Requirements

Vocational or technical certification.
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.
Basic diagnostics and repairs, including air-conditioning and electrical systems.
At least two years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy-duty and medium-duty equipment.
Ability to use computer systems, including a PC, Windows, and a mouse.
Ability to 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 checks, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.
Must be able to drive Ryder vehicles.

Nice To Haves

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

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 key functions of the Shop Management System and available electronic documentation.
Follow federal, provincial, and corporate compliance guidelines, including safety, DOT, and MOT requirements.
Mentor Tech 1 and Tech 2 technicians.
Access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
Provide other support duties as needed, 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 and fleet mix within 365 days.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
PTO 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, four times per year.
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 up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee.