Diesel Technician Reefer Mechanic

Ryder • FL

97d • $35

About The Position

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full-Time Refrigeration Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet at Ryder in Fort Pierce, Florida. As a Reefer Technician at Ryder, you'll diagnose, overhaul, adjust, and repair a full range of trucks and trailers while focusing on refrigeration systems like Thermo King and Carrier. The position offers an hourly pay of $35.50, a certification bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification obtained up to $700, and a quarterly bonus of up to $500. The schedule is Monday–Friday with weekends off, and the hours are first shift from 10:00 am to 6:30 pm.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Vocational or Technical Certification Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications preferred
• Basic tools required
• Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines
• Routine preventative maintenance experience including oil changes, brake and tire work
• Diagnostics and repairs experience including AC and electrical systems
• Advanced skilled level repairs including major engine repairs, diesel after treatment or automotive fuel injection repairs required
• Four (4) years or more relevant work experience preferred
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A preferred
• All other certification as required by location required
• Ability to perform all T3 tasks
• Demonstrated advanced analytical and repair skills in vehicle maintenance
• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• Basic computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Availability to work shift work/weekends and on call duty as required
• Prefer ASE Certification in PM, Brakes, A/C, electrical, Electronics or ASE Master Mechanic
• Required to operate shop computers and diagnostic test equipment proficiently
• Minimum tool requirement
• Must road test vehicles as necessary
• Demonstrated ability to coach/mentor/influence others

Nice To Haves

• ASE Certification in PM, Brakes, A/C, electrical, Electronics or ASE Master Mechanic

Responsibilities

• SBTIII trained within 180 days (SBT220)
• Complete all OEM on-line diagnostic scan tool software courses as required by location fleet mix (completed within 365 days)
• Complete Instructor led OEM courses as required to support location fleet mix
• Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties including standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance
• Perform complex repairs with minimal (if any) support
• Demonstrate the ability to access and use internal and external maintenance documents
• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electronic problems with minimal (if any) support, utilizing diagnostic computers/software when applicable
• Perform remote triage with RCRC and customers to determine best solution to assist roadside breakdowns
• Perform facility maintenance duties
• Interact with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task
• Instruct and advise other technicians regarding maintenance repair procedures and diagnostics
• Coach/Mentor other level technicians
• Advise shop management and other technicians on shop repairs
• Utilize key functions of Shop Management System and electronic documentation available
• Work in accordance with all federal/provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT)
• Other support duties as required to support operations, including Service Island support

Benefits

• Annual Merit Pay Increases Every Year
• On the Job Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K etc. Start at 30 Days
• 12 weeks of PAID Maternity Leave for qualifying employees
• Paid Time Off Starts Accruing at DAY ONE with 80 hours per year
• Additional Day Off for U.S. Military Veterans
• 401 K offers a company match
• HIGH VALUED Stock at 15 % Employee Discount
• PPE, UNIFORMS, AND BOOT ALLOWANCE PROVIDED
• Technician Tuition Repayment Program up to $5,000
• Unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for referrals

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees