Diesel Technician

Ryder•Dayville, CT

2d•$44•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician in Dayville, CT, offering a stable career with weekly pay and excellent benefits. This role involves performing vehicle maintenance and repair duties, including standard maintenance, preventive maintenance, and complex repairs with minimal support. Technicians will utilize diagnostic computers and software, perform remote triage for roadside breakdowns, and interact with customers/drivers. The position also includes facility maintenance duties and coaching/mentoring other technicians. Ryder emphasizes a safety-first workplace with state-of-the-art equipment and provides a clear path for career development and advancement.

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 including: Routine preventative maintenance, which should include oil changes, brake and tire work, Diagnostics and repairs, including AC, electrical systems, Advanced skilled level repairs to include some 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.
Must have demonstrated advanced analytical and repair skills in vehicle maintenance.
Effective interpersonal communication skills.
Must have basic computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must be available 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.
Must have minimum tool requirement.
Must road test vehicles as necessary.
Demonstrated ability to coach/mentor/influence others.
This position requires for you to drive Ryder vehicles.
Must be able to obtain CDL within 6 months after hire.
Pass a Ryder Drug Test.
Pass a DOT physical.
Pass a Ryder road test.
Pass a Ryder Background and Motor vehicle check including Drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last 3 years.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Vocational or Technical Certification Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications, preferred.
Four (4) years or more Relevant work experience, preferred.
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred.
Prefer ASE Certification in PM, Brakes, A/C, electrical, Electronics or ASE Master Mechanic.

Responsibilities

Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties including standard vehicle maintenance, preventive maintenance, and complex repairs with minimal (if any) support.
Diagnoses and repairs complex mechanical and electronic problems with minimal (if any) support, utilizing diagnostic computers/software when applicable.
Performs remote triage to with RCRC and customers to determine best solution to assist roadside breakdowns.
Performs facility maintenance duties.
Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task.
Instructs and advises other technicians regarding maintenance repair procedures and diagnostics.
Coaches/Mentors other level technicians.
Advise shop management and other technicians on shop repairs.
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).
Other support duties as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support.
SBTIII trained within 180 days (SBT220).
Complete all OEM on-line diagnostic scan tool software courses as required by location fleet mix. (completed within 365days).
Complete Instructor led OEM courses as required to support location fleet mix.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days
Earn PTO starting Day 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year
Yearly merit pay increases
401 (k) company match
PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
Paid training that keeps you ahead
Safety‑first workplace & State-of-the-art equipment
Top Tech Competition: Earn $250 – $50,000 per year
U.S. military veterans - extra paid day off
15% company stock discount
Up to $5,000 in Tech tuition repayment
12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure)
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more