Diesel Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Vocational or technical certification.
• Basic tools required; must meet the minimum tool requirement.
• 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.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing air conditioning and electrical systems.
• Advanced repair skills, including some major engine repairs, diesel after-treatment, or automotive fuel-injection repairs.
• Must be able 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.
• Must operate shop computers and diagnostic test equipment proficiently.
• Must road test vehicles as necessary.
• Must be able to drive Ryder vehicles and obtain a CDL within six months after hire.
• 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, and customer badging or background requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Four or more years of relevant work experience preferred.
• Post-secondary degree or technical certifications preferred.
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A preferred.
• ASE certification in Preventive Maintenance, Brakes, Air Conditioning, Electrical, or Electronics preferred; ASE Master Mechanic required.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and influence others.

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 by the location's fleet mix.
• Perform standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance.
• Perform complex repairs with minimal or no support.
• Access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electronic problems with minimal or no 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 and other support duties as required, which may include Service Island support.
• Interact with customers and drivers to determine the nature of assigned repair complaints.
• Instruct, advise, coach, and mentor other technicians regarding repair procedures, diagnostics, and shop repairs.
• 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, DOT, and MOT requirements.
• Road test vehicles as necessary.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
• Paid time off accrues 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.
• Quarterly bonus of up to $500, paid four times per year.
• $100 certification bonus for each new ASE certification, up to $700.
• Sign-on bonus of $2,500 at 30 days and $2,500 at 90 days.
• Top Tech Competition earnings 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 every hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee.
• Safety-first workplace and state-of-the-art equipment.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.