Mechanic Diesel Reefer Technician

Ryder•Sterling, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Refrigeration Diesel Technician in Sterling, Virginia — providing a stable company for your career with weekly pay and excellent benefits. As a Reefer Technician at Ryder, you'll diagnose, overhaul, adjust, and repair a full range of trucks and trailers while focusing on refrigeration systems like Thermo King and Carrier. Ryder provides a clear path for career development and advancement. Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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.
Diagnostics and repairs, including AC, electrical systems.
Advanced skilled level repairs to include some major engine repairs, diesel after treatment or automotive fuel injection repairs, required.
Four (4) years or more Relevant work experience, preferred.
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred.
All other certification as required by location, required.
Ability to perform all T3 tasks.
Must have demonstrated advanced analytical and repair skills in vehicle maintenance.
Effective interpersonal communication skills.
Must have basic computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must be available to work shift work/weekends and on call duty as required.
Prefer ASE Certification in PM, Brakes, A/C, electrical, Electronics or ASE Master Mechanic.
Required to operate shop computers and diagnostic test equipment proficiently.
Must have minimum tool requirement.
Must road test vehicles as necessary.
Demonstrated ability to coach/mentor/influence others.
This position requires for you to drive Ryder vehicles.
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.

Nice To Haves

608 Certification Required Reefer Experience.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, overhaul, adjust, and repair a full range of trucks and trailers while focusing on refrigeration systems like Thermo King and Carrier.
Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties including: Performs standard vehicle maintenance, Performs preventive maintenance, Performs complex repairs with minimal (if any) support.
Demonstrate the ability to access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
Diagnoses and repairs complex mechanical and electronic problems with minimal (if any) support, utilizing diagnostic computers/software when applicable.
Performs remote triage to with RCRC and customers to determine best solution to assist roadside breakdowns.
Performs facility maintenance duties.
Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task.
Instructs and advises other technicians regarding maintenance repair procedures and diagnostics.
Coaches/Mentors other level technicians.
Advise shop management and other technicians on shop repairs.
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).
Other support duties as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support.
SBTIII trained within 180 days (SBT220).
Complete all OEM on-line diagnostic scan tool software courses as required by location fleet mix. (completed within 365days).
Complete Instructor led OEM courses as required to support location fleet mix.

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
Sign On Bonus: Ryder Pays You $2500 at 30 days and $2500 at 90 days
Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days
Earn PTO starting Day 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year
Yearly merit pay increases
401 (k) company match
PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
Paid training that keeps you ahead
Top Tech Competition: Earn $250 – $50,000 per year
U.S. military veterans - extra paid day off
15% company stock discount
Up to $5,000 in Tech tuition repayment
12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure)
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more
Unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee.