Diesel Mechanic Technician First Shift

Ryder•Meadow Woods, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Refrigeration Diesel Technician in Orlando, Florida. The technician diagnoses, overhauls, adjusts, and repairs trucks and trailers, with a focus on refrigeration systems such as Thermo King and Carrier. The role performs standard and preventive maintenance as well as complex mechanical and electronic repairs, often with minimal support, and uses diagnostic computers and software when applicable. Technicians may also assist with roadside breakdowns through remote triage, perform facility maintenance, support operations, and help coach other technicians. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with weekends off in the listed schedule. Ryder provides state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and equipment, paid training, and opportunities for career development and advancement. Hourly pay is $33.00. Additional compensation opportunities include certification bonuses, quarterly bonuses, and the Top Tech Competition.

Requirements

Basic tools are 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 repair skills, including some major engine repairs, diesel after-treatment repairs, or automotive fuel-injection repairs.
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.
Ability to work shift work, weekends, and on-call duty as required.
Proficiency operating shop computers and diagnostic test equipment.
Ability to road-test vehicles as necessary.
Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and influence others.
Ability to obtain a CDL within six months after hire.
Must pass a Ryder drug test, DOT physical, and Ryder road test.
Must pass a Ryder background and motor vehicle check, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.
Must meet any additional screening requirements applicable to the position or customer assignment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Vocational or technical certification, post-secondary degree, or technical certifications.
Four or more years of relevant work experience.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL).
ASE certification in Preventive Maintenance, 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, based on the location's fleet mix.
Complete instructor-led OEM courses as required to support the location's fleet mix.
Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties, including standard maintenance and preventive maintenance.
Perform complex repairs with minimal support.
Access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electronic problems with minimal support, 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 assigned complaints.
Instruct and advise other technicians on maintenance repair procedures and diagnostics.
Coach and mentor technicians at other levels.
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 federal, provincial, and corporate compliance guidelines, including safety, DOT, and MOT requirements.
Perform other support duties as required for operations, including Service Island support.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
PTO accrual starting on day one, 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.
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 bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500 per quarter.
Top Tech Competition awards of $250–$50,000 per year.
Unlimited referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician or Fuel Service Employee.