Diesel Technnician

Ryder•Wilkes-Barre, PA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Senior Level Diesel Technician in Scranton, Pennsylvania, to perform maintenance and repair work on heavy- and medium-duty vehicles. The position offers an hourly wage of $35.50, a Monday–Friday schedule with weekends off, and second-shift hours from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Technicians receive access to diagnostic tools and equipment and work in a safety-first environment. The role includes mentoring less experienced technicians and working with customers and drivers to identify vehicle concerns. Compensation incentives include a certification bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700; quarterly bonuses of up to $500; and a sign-on bonus of $1,750 at 30 days and $1,750 at 90 days. Other compensation opportunities include a Top Tech competition and referral bonuses. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days; PTO accrual starting on day one; yearly merit increases; a 401(k) company match; PPE, uniforms, and a boot allowance; paid training; a paid day off for U.S. military veterans; a company stock discount; up to $5,000 in technician tuition repayment; paid maternity leave subject to eligibility criteria; and employee discounts. The position requires at least two years of mechanical repair and diagnostics experience on heavy- and medium-duty equipment. A CDL must be obtained within six months after hire.

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 preventive maintenance such as oil changes, brake work, and tire work.
Basic diagnostics and repairs, including air conditioning and electrical systems, required.
At least two years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy-duty and medium-duty equipment.
Ability to use computers, including a PC, Windows, and a mouse.
Must 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.
Three or more years of relevant work experience preferred.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License preferred.
Other certifications required by location.
Must drive Ryder vehicles.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Vocational or technical certification, post-secondary degree, or technical certifications.
Three or more years of relevant work experience.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License.

Responsibilities

Perform standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance.
Diagnose complex mechanical and electronic problems, using a diagnostic computer 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 a complaint after receiving an assignment.
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/MOT requirements.
Mentor Tech 1 and Tech 2 technicians.
Access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
Perform other 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 and fleet mix, including the predominant OEM, within 365 days.

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.
Quarterly bonuses of up to $500.
ASE certification bonuses of $100 per new certification, up to $700.
Sign-on bonus of $1,750 at 30 days and $1,750 at 90 days.
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 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 or Fuel Service Employee.
State-of-the-art diagnostic tools and equipment.