Diesel Mechanic Weekends Off

Ryder•Hammond, LA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Master Level Diesel Technician in Hammond, Louisiana. The position performs maintenance and repair work on heavy-duty vehicles, including preventive maintenance, standard maintenance, complex mechanical and electronic repairs, diagnostics, remote roadside triage, and facility maintenance. The technician uses diagnostic computers, software, shop systems, and maintenance documentation, and may interact with customers and drivers to determine repair needs. The role also includes advising and mentoring other technicians and supporting shop operations. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with weekends off. Pay is $30.50 per hour. Compensation incentives include certification bonuses, quarterly bonuses, and a sign-on bonus. Ryder provides tools and state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, paid training, and career development opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Vocational or technical certification required; post-secondary degree or technical certifications preferred.
Basic tools required, including the minimum tool requirement.
Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines, including routine preventive maintenance, oil changes, brake and tire work, diagnostics, and repairs to air conditioning and electrical systems.
Advanced skilled-level repair experience, including some major engine repairs, diesel aftertreatment, or automotive fuel injection repairs.
Four or more years of relevant work experience preferred.
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A preferred; must be able to obtain a CDL within six months after hire.
Certifications required by location.
Ability to perform all T3 tasks.
Demonstrated advanced analytical and vehicle-maintenance repair skills.
Effective interpersonal communication skills.
Basic computer skills, including PC and Windows use.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must be available for shift work, weekends, and on-call duty as required.
ASE certification in PM, brakes, A/C, electrical, electronics, or ASE Master Mechanic preferred.
Proficient operation of shop computers and diagnostic test equipment.
Ability to coach, mentor, and influence others.
Must pass a Ryder drug test and road test, a DOT physical, and Ryder background and motor vehicle checks, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Post-secondary degree or technical certifications.
Four or more years of relevant work experience.
Valid CDL Class A.
ASE certification in PM, brakes, A/C, electrical, electronics, or ASE Master Mechanic.

Responsibilities

Perform standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance.
Perform complex repairs with minimal support.
Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electronic problems, using diagnostic computers and software when applicable.
Access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
Perform remote triage with RCRC and customers to determine solutions for roadside breakdowns.
Perform facility maintenance duties.
Interact with customers and drivers to determine the nature of vehicle complaints.
Instruct, advise, coach, and mentor other technicians on repair procedures and diagnostics.
Advise shop management and technicians on shop repairs.
Use the Shop Management System and available electronic documentation.
Complete required SBTIII training within 180 days and required OEM diagnostic software courses within 365 days; complete instructor-led OEM courses as required by the location’s fleet mix.
Work in accordance with applicable safety, DOT, MOT, and other federal, provincial, and corporate compliance guidelines.
Perform other support duties as required, including Service Island support.
Road test vehicles as necessary.
Drive Ryder vehicles as required.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
PTO beginning 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.
Top Tech Competition awards of $250–$50,000 per year.
Extra paid day off for U.S. military veterans.
15% company stock discount.
Up to $5,000 in tech tuition repayment.
12 weeks of paid maternity leave, subject to eligibility criteria including work tenure.
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more.
$100 for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500, four times per year.
$2,500 sign-on bonus at 30 days and $2,500 at 90 days.
Unlimited referral bonuses up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician or Fuel Service Employee.
State-of-the-art diagnostic tools and equipment.
Clear career development and advancement path.