Automotive Mechanic

Ryder System, Inc.; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Automotive Technician in sunny St. Petersburg, FL! This exciting role offers the chance to work on a diverse fleet of light and medium-duty trucks while enjoying a flexible schedule and competitive pay. You will be part of a dynamic team that values your expertise and offers growth opportunities through additional training. With generous benefits including paid time off, medical insurance, and a 401K plan, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their automotive career in a supportive environment. Apply today and discover the difference you can make!

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K Savings Plan

Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

PPE & Uniforms Provided

Paid Job Training

Performance Incentives

Fuel Card

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in automotive maintenance and repair.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics and repairs on light and medium duty trucks.
• Conduct routine maintenance including oil changes and tire replacements.
• Utilize Salesforce for documentation of repairs and customer interactions.

Skills

Automotive Repair

Preventive Maintenance

Customer Service

Time Management

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Vocational or Professional Diploma

Tools

Salesforce

Diagnostic Tools

Job description

Position Description

Torque by Ryder is Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Automotive Technician to support our Truck Fleet in St. Petersburg, FL

For more details, please call Chelsey or Text "Tampa AMS3" to 904-932-0143

Hear it from a Torque Mobile Mechanic Technician Here:

https://RyderCareers.Video/TorqueMMT

• Technician Positions Pay Each Week
• Hourly Pay:$28.00 - $31.50 per hour
• Ability to earn additional monthly performance incentive
• Schedule: Flexible 40-hour work week (weekend premiums apply)
• Fuel Card and Company Cell Phone provided
• For mobile technicians, work site service vehicle will be provided
• Grow with Ryder: This position provides additional training to level up.

We want the right Automotive Maintenance Repair Technician to join us at Ryder manage our fleet of Light and Medium Duty Trucks.

For more details, please call Chelsey or Text "Tampa AMS3" to 904-932-0143

At Ryder, we offer outstanding benefits:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance effective 30 days from hire date
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance Options
• 401K Savings Plan with Ryder matching contributions
• Discount on purchase of Ryder Common Stock
• Employee Discounts on Automotive, Mobile plans, Travel and Hotels
• Accredited Tech School Tuition Reimbursement
• PPE & Uniforms provided at no cost
• Paid Job training and development
• Employee & Customer Referral Bonus program

Apply today and see why a job with Ryder is what you’ve been looking for. Call us or go online to apply to one of our career opportunities

Click Here to See All Ryder Careers: https://www.ryder.com/careers/diesel-technicians

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Vocational or Professional diploma preferred
• Three (3) years or more in combination of classroom training and work experience
• NonCommercial Driver License CLASS E
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A preferred
• State driver's license as required
• Ability to:
  • Understand and adhere to Company policies in all areas
  • Create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
  • Work independently and as a member of a team
• Demonstrates customer service skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills
• Preventive Maintenance (PM230&PM298) within 90 Days
• Brakes-Air (BA220&BA298) within 90 Days
• Brake mechanics/inspectors FMCS 396.25
• Hydraulic Brake (BH220&BH298) where appropriate within 90 Days
• Tire & Wheel TW220 within 90 Days
• CF609 & A/C trained and qualified (AC220&AC298) within 180 Days
• Battery Charge and Check, Warranty
• HD electrical - DR208 within 90 Days
• Svc Island Support SBTIII trained (SBT220) and SBT Phase 2 within 180 Days
• OEM on-line engine courses (minimum 2)
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent organizational skills

• This position requires for you to drive Ryder vehicles. In order to become a Ryder employee you must:
  • 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

Important Note: Additional requirements may be required in different locations and/or accounts.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnosis, repairs, inspections and preventative maintenance for non-contractual customers. May assist higher-grade Automotive Maintenance Specialists and assist them in completing complex diagnostic repairs.

• Perform routine vehicle maintenance including, but not limited to, tune-ups, oil changes, tire changes, fuel filter changes, fluid checks, alignments, basic suspension replacement and light and mirror replacements.

• Ability to diagnose, repair or replace engines parts including but not limited to alternators, starts, radiators, and injectors, transmissions and other fuel components.

• Perform basic diagnostics.

• Hydraulic brake inspections, repairs, and replacements.

• May operate out of mobile maintenance vehicle and travel to customer yards within assigned region.

• Possess general knowledge and understanding of the Torque products and services.

• Represent Torque/Ryder to establish a relationship with the customer.

• Utilize key functions of Salesforce and electronic documentation available. Ensure proper documentation of work orders, customer repair authorizations, and repair notes are within Salesforce.

• Perform environmental duties such as site inspections, site clean-ups/disposals, vehicle chemicals with some guidance and direction.

• Work in accordance with all federal/regional and corporate compliance guidelines.

• Perform other duties as assigned.