Diesel Technnician

Ryder•Scranton, PA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Senior Level Diesel Technician in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The role performs maintenance, diagnostics, and repair work on heavy-duty and medium-duty vehicles, including preventive maintenance and complex mechanical and electronic repairs. Technicians use diagnostic computers and maintenance documentation, complete inspections with minimal supervision, and work in accordance with safety, DOT, and other applicable compliance guidelines. The position also includes facility and operational support duties, customer and driver interactions, and mentoring Tech 1 and Tech 2 employees. Ryder provides state-of-the-art diagnostics and tools, paid training, and opportunities for career development and advancement. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with weekends off, on second shift from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Hourly pay is $35.50. Compensation opportunities include certification bonuses, quarterly bonuses, a sign-on bonus, and a technician competition. The position is based in Scranton, Pennsylvania.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Vocational or technical certification.
Basic tools 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.
Basic diagnostics and repairs, including air-conditioning and electrical systems, required.
At least two years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy-duty and medium-duty equipment.
Three or more years of relevant work experience preferred.
Certifications required by the location.
Ability to use computer systems, including a PC, Windows, and a mouse.
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.
The position requires driving Ryder vehicles.

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary degree or technical certifications preferred.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License preferred.
Three or more years of relevant work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform standard vehicle maintenance and preventive 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 complaints after being 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, which may include 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 within 365 days.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
Paid time off accrued 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.
Certification bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500, four times per year.
Sign-on bonus of $1,750 at 30 days and $1,750 at 90 days.
Top Tech Competition earnings 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 or Fuel Service Employee.
Career development and advancement opportunities.