Diesel Technician

Ryder • Harvey, IL

80d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Harvey, Illinois. This role offers a stable career with weekly pay and the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art diagnostics and tools for heavy-duty vehicles. Ryder provides a clear path for career development and advancement, and recognizes and respects expertise and skill. The company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.

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, required
• Two (2) years or more of a combination of classroom training and work experience in required experience, preferred
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred
• 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
• Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

Nice To Haves

• Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications
• Two (2) years or more of a combination of classroom training and work experience in required experience
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A

Responsibilities

• Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties
• Performs standard vehicle maintenance
• Performs standard component inspections and repairs
• Performs preventive maintenance
• Diagnoses standard mechanical and electronic problems, utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable
• Identifies root cause of basic failures/conditions and perform repairs as required
• Replaces defective components as instructed
• Performs facility maintenance duties
• Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task
• 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)
• Performs other support duties as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Certification Bonus of $100 for each New ASE Certification Obtained up to $700
• Quarterly Bonus: Ryder Pays you up to $500 Every Quarter - Four Times Per Year
• Paid training that keeps you ahead
• PPE AND UNIFORMS Issued
• BOOT ALLOWANCE provided
• State of the Art Equipment
• Unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED