Diesel Technician

Ryder•ANNAPOLIS JUNCTION, MD

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About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Senior Level Diesel Technician in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. The role involves maintaining and repairing heavy- and medium-duty vehicles, diagnosing mechanical and electronic issues, and completing detailed inspections and repairs. Technicians work with diagnostic tools and equipment, interact with customers and drivers to understand repair concerns, and use Ryder’s shop management and electronic documentation systems. The position also includes facility and operational support duties and mentoring less experienced technicians. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with weekends off, on third shift from 9:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. Pay is $29.00 per hour. Ryder offers weekly pay, certification and quarterly bonuses, paid training, and career development opportunities.

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.
Experience with routine preventive maintenance, including oil changes, brake work, and tire work.
Ability to perform basic diagnostics and repairs, including AC and electrical systems.
At least two years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy-duty and medium-duty equipment.
Ability to use computer skills, 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.
Must meet additional screening requirements that may include employment and education verification, motor vehicle records check, road test, or customer badging or background requirements.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of relevant work experience.
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A.
Vocational or technical certification, post-secondary degree, or technical certifications.

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 federal, provincial, and corporate compliance guidelines, including safety, DOT, and MOT requirements.
Mentor Tech 1 and Tech 2 level technicians.
Access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
Perform other operational support duties 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 location fleet mix within 365 days.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
PTO accrual 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.
Top Tech Competition earnings of $250 to $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.