Diesel Technician

Ryder•Lihue, HI

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Senior Level Diesel Technician in Lihue, Hawaii. The technician performs maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on heavy- and medium-duty vehicles, including complex mechanical and electronic work. The role involves working with minimal supervision, interacting with customers and drivers to understand vehicle complaints, using diagnostic tools and maintenance documentation, and following applicable safety, Department of Transportation, and company requirements. The technician also mentors Tech 1 and Tech 2 employees and may provide other operational support as needed. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with weekends off, on the first shift from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Pay is $34.12 per hour. Compensation opportunities include bonuses for new ASE certifications, quarterly bonuses, an annual tool allowance, and participation in the Top Tech competition. Ryder provides diagnostic tools and equipment, training, and opportunities for career development and advancement.

Requirements

Vocational or technical certification.
Basic tools.
Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair of automotive gasoline or diesel engines, including routine preventive maintenance such as oil changes, brake work, and tire work.
Basic diagnostics and repairs, including air-conditioning and electrical systems.
At least two years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy-duty and medium-duty equipment.
Knowledge of and ability to use computer skills, including a PC, Windows, and a mouse.
Ability to obtain a CDL within six months after hire.
Pass a Ryder drug test, DOT physical, and Ryder road test.
Pass Ryder background and motor vehicle checks, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.
Ability to drive Ryder vehicles.
Meet any additional screening requirements applicable to the position or assigned customer.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform standard and preventive vehicle maintenance.
Diagnose complex mechanical and electronic problems, using diagnostic computers when applicable.
Complete complex, 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 vehicle complaints 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 requirements.
Mentor Tech 1 and Tech 2 employees.
Access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
Provide other operational support as required, including Service Island support.
Complete SBTIII training within 180 days (SBT220).
Complete two OEM online diagnostic scan-tool software courses as required by the location fleet mix, with the predominant OEM course completed within 365 days.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
Paid time off accrual starting on day one, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
Yearly merit pay increases.
401(k) company match.
Personal protective equipment, uniforms, and boot allowance.
Paid training.
Annual tool allowance of $300.
Certification bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification, up to $700.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500, four times per year.
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.
Unlimited referral bonuses up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee.
Career development and advancement opportunities.