Diesel Technician Overhaul

Ryder•Mobile, AL

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring an Overhaul Diesel Technician in Mobile, Alabama. The role specializes in diagnosing, rebuilding, and repairing major truck components and systems, and performing maintenance and complex repairs on heavy-duty vehicles. Technicians use state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and equipment and may provide roadside triage support. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with weekends off as the stated schedule; additional shift, weekend, or on-call work may be required as needed. The position pays $35.00 per hour. Compensation opportunities include a $100 bonus for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700; quarterly bonuses of up to $500; sign-on bonuses of $2,500 at 30 days and $2,500 at 90 days; and eligibility for the Top Tech Competition, which offers $250–$50,000 per year. Ryder also advertises unlimited referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician or Fuel Service Employee. Technicians complete required training, perform vehicle and facility maintenance, diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electronic problems, interact with customers and drivers, and guide or coach other technicians. The role requires driving Ryder vehicles, obtaining a CDL within six months after hire, and passing required drug, physical, road, background, and motor vehicle checks.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Vocational or technical certification.
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.
Experience with routine preventive maintenance, including oil changes, brake work, and tire work.
Experience diagnosing and repairing air-conditioning and electrical systems.
Advanced-level repair skills, including some major engine repairs, diesel aftertreatment, or automotive fuel-injection repairs.
Four or more years of relevant work experience preferred.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License preferred; must be able to obtain a CDL within six months after hire.
All other 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, Windows, and mouse 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.
Proficiency operating shop computers and diagnostic test equipment.
Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and influence others.
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.
Additional screening may include employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, road tests, or customer badging and background requirements.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Complete SBTIII training within 180 days (SBT220).
Complete required OEM online diagnostic scan-tool software courses within 365 days and instructor-led OEM courses as required for the location's fleet mix.
Perform standard vehicle maintenance, preventive maintenance, and complex repairs with minimal or no support.
Access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electronic problems, using diagnostic computers and software when applicable.
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 complaints related to assigned tasks.
Instruct, advise, coach, and mentor other technicians regarding maintenance, repair procedures, and diagnostics.
Advise shop management and other technicians on shop repairs.
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.
Perform other support duties as needed to support operations, including Service Island support.
Drive Ryder vehicles and road-test vehicles as necessary.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits 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.
Safety-first workplace and state-of-the-art equipment.
Top Tech Competition awards of $250–$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.
Certification bonuses of $100 for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
Quarterly bonuses of up to $500, four times per year.
Sign-on bonuses of $2,500 at 30 days and $2,500 at 90 days.
Referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician or Fuel Service Employee.