Diesel Technician

Ryder•Hammond, LA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Mid Level Diesel Technician in Hammond, Louisiana. The role performs maintenance, inspection, diagnosis, and repair of vehicles, including heavy-duty vehicles, and supports shop and facility operations. Technicians use diagnostic tools and equipment, follow safety and regulatory requirements, and interact with customers and drivers to determine the nature of complaints. The position pays $24.80 per hour and offers a $100 bonus for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700, as well as a quarterly bonus of up to $500. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with weekends off. Ryder provides diagnostic equipment and tools, paid 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.
Must be able 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 check, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Vocational or technical certification, post-secondary degree, or technical certifications preferred.
Two or more years of combined classroom training and work experience preferred.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties.
Perform standard vehicle maintenance.
Perform standard component inspections and repairs.
Perform preventive maintenance.
Diagnose standard mechanical and electronic problems, using a diagnostic computer when applicable.
Identify the root cause of basic failures or conditions and perform repairs as required.
Replace defective components as instructed.
Perform facility maintenance duties.
Interact with customers and drivers to determine the nature of a complaint when 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 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 accrues 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–$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.
Certification bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500, four times per year.
Unlimited referral bonuses up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee.