Diesel Technician

Ryder•Annapolis Junction, MD

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Senior Level Diesel Technician in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. The role performs maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on heavy-duty and medium-duty vehicles, including complex mechanical and electronic work. Technicians use diagnostic computers and maintenance documentation, complete work with minimal supervision, and may mentor Tech 1 and Tech 2 technicians. The position also includes customer and driver interaction, facility maintenance, and other operational support as needed. This is a third-shift position, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m., with weekends off. Pay is $29.00 per hour. Ryder provides state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and equipment, paid training, and opportunities 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 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.
Ability to use computers, including 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.
Must meet any additional screening, customer badging, or background requirements applicable to the assigned position.
Other certifications as required by location.
Must drive Ryder vehicles.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of relevant work experience preferred.
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance.
Diagnose complex mechanical and electronic problems, using diagnostic computers when applicable.
Complete complex and 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 when assigned a task.
Use key functions of the Shop Management System and available electronic documentation.
Work in accordance with applicable federal, provincial, and corporate compliance guidelines, including safety and DOT requirements.
Act as a mentor for Tech 1 and Tech 2 levels.
Access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
Provide other support duties as needed for operations, potentially 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’s fleet mix, including the predominant OEM, within 365 days.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
Paid time off 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.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500, paid four times per year.
$100 certification bonus for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
Top Tech Competition awards 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 of up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee.