About The Position

This position is for the 12-week Pathway Home Diesel Technician Training Career Skills Program. To be eligible, the individual must be on active duty military status, in the last 180 days of military service, have a mechanical background (MOS or prior experience), and pass initial screening for program qualifications. Upon completion of the training program, the candidate must agree to work at one of Ryder's 800 service locations. At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Vocational or Technical Certification, Post-secondary vocational education preferred
  • One (1) year or more combination of classroom training or work experience of mechanical repairs on heavy duty and medium duty equipment.
  • Must have minimum tools required as outlined in Maintenance policy 2.02
  • One (1) year or more performing advanced mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy duty and medium duty equipment and the ability to demonstrate proficiency with advanced diagnostics, overhaul, and repair of all vehicle components and systems preferred
  • Effective interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to complete and apply required technical training as assigned
  • Pass Ryder Regulated Status Requirements
  • Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
  • Highly thorough and dependable.
  • Work shift work and weekend as required.
  • Perform all entry level tasks
  • Knowledge of and ability to apply knowledge of computers (intermediate level)
  • Non Commercial Driver License CLASS E
  • Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A preferred
  • Must possess state license as required
  • Safety Sensitive Position, Non-Regulated Tech

Nice To Haves

  • Post-secondary vocational education
  • Ability to demonstrate proficiency with advanced diagnostics, overhaul, and repair of all vehicle components and systems
  • Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A

Responsibilities

  • Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties
  • Performs standard vehicle maintenance
  • Performs standard component inspections and repairs
  • Performs preventive maintenance
  • Diagnoses standard mechanical and electronic problems, utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable
  • Identifies root cause of basic failures/conditions and performs repairs as required
  • Replaces defective components as instructed
  • Performs facility maintenance duties
  • Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task
  • Utilizes key functions of Shop Management System and electronic documentation available
  • Works in accordance with all federal/provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT)
  • Performs other support duties as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support

Benefits

  • Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.
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