Diesel Technician

Ryder•Union Gap, WA

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Senior Level Diesel Technician in Yakima, Washington. The technician performs maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on heavy-duty and medium-duty vehicles, including complex mechanical and electronic work. The role uses diagnostic computers, shop-management systems, and electronic maintenance documentation, and includes work with minimal supervision as well as mentoring less experienced technicians. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, with a first-shift start time of 7:00 a.m. Pay is $36.12 per hour, with an opportunity to earn a quarterly bonus of up to $500. Ryder provides diagnostic tools and equipment, training, and opportunities for career development and advancement.

Requirements

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 AC and electrical systems, are required.
At least two years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy-duty and medium-duty equipment.
Knowledge of and ability to use computers, including a PC, Windows, and a mouse.
Ability to obtain a CDL within six months after hire.
Must pass a Ryder drug test and DOT physical.
Must pass a Ryder road test.
Must pass Ryder background and motor-vehicle checks, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.
Must meet any additional screening requirements applicable to the position or assigned customer.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance.
Diagnose complex mechanical and electronic problems using a diagnostic computer 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 a complaint once assigned a task.
Use key functions of the Shop Management System and available electronic documentation.
Work in accordance with federal, provincial, and corporate compliance guidelines, including safety, DOT, and MOT requirements.
Mentor Tech 1 and Tech 2 level technicians.
Access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
Perform other support duties as required to support operations, which may include 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, including the predominant OEM, within 365 days.

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.
Top Tech Competition awards of $250 to $50,000 per year.
An 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.