Diesel Technician

Ryder•Goodlettsville, TN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Master Level Diesel Technician in Goodlettsville, Tennessee. The role performs maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on heavy-duty vehicles, including complex mechanical and electronic repairs with minimal support. Technicians use diagnostic computers, software, shop management systems, and maintenance documentation; interact with customers and drivers to determine repair needs; and provide guidance and mentoring to other technicians. The role also includes remote triage for roadside breakdowns, facility maintenance, and other operational support as needed. Ryder provides state-of-the-art diagnostics and tools, paid training, and career development opportunities. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, first shift, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Pay is $36.00 per hour, with certification and quarterly bonus opportunities. This position requires driving Ryder vehicles and obtaining a CDL within six months after hire.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Vocational or technical certification.
Basic tools required, including meeting the minimum tool requirement.
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.
Experience with diagnostics and repairs, including air conditioning and electrical systems.
Advanced-level repair skills, including some major engine repairs, diesel after-treatment, or automotive fuel-injection repairs.
Four or more years of relevant work experience preferred.
Ability to perform all T3 tasks.
Demonstrated advanced analytical and vehicle-repair skills.
Effective interpersonal communication skills and basic computer skills, including PC and Windows use.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Availability for shift work, weekends, and on-call duty as required.
Proficiency operating shop computers and diagnostic test equipment.
Ability to road-test vehicles as necessary.
Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and influence others.
Ability to drive Ryder vehicles and 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 check, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.
Must complete additional screening if required for the position or customer assignment.

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary degree or technical certifications preferred.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License preferred.
ASE certification in Preventive Maintenance, Brakes, Air Conditioning, Electrical, or Electronics, or ASE Master Mechanic certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete SBTIII training within 180 days and OEM diagnostic scan-tool software and instructor-led courses as required for the location’s fleet.
Perform standard vehicle maintenance, preventive maintenance, and complex repairs with minimal support.
Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electronic problems, using diagnostic computers and software when applicable.
Access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
Perform remote triage with RCRC and customers to determine how to assist roadside breakdowns.
Perform facility maintenance duties.
Interact with customers and drivers to determine the nature of a complaint when assigned a task.
Instruct, advise, coach, and mentor other technicians on maintenance, repair procedures, and diagnostics.
Advise shop management and other technicians on shop repairs.
Use key functions of the Shop Management System and available electronic documentation.
Work in accordance with applicable federal, provincial, and corporate compliance guidelines, including safety and DOT/MOT requirements.
Perform other support duties as required to support operations, including Service Island support.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
Paid time off 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.
Certification bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500, paid four times per year.
Top Tech Competition awards of $250 to $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.
Career development and advancement opportunities.