Diesel Mechanic

Ryder; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is hiring for a Senior Level Diesel Technician in Athens, Georgia. The role involves maintaining and repairing heavy-duty vehicles with a focus on customer service, preventative maintenance, and diagnostics. With attractive benefits including sign-on bonuses, healthcare, and paid training, this position offers a supportive environment for skilled technicians to thrive.

Benefits

Quarterly bonuses

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Educational reimbursement

Paid maternity leave

Uniform and boot allowance

Qualifications

• Preferred 3+ years of relevant work experience in mechanical repair.
• Must have basic tools required for the position.
• Ability to obtain CDL within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on heavy-duty vehicles.
• Diagnose complex mechanical issues and complete repairs.
• Mentor junior technicians and support operational duties.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Preventative maintenance

Basic diagnostics

Customer interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational or Technical Certification

Tools

Diagnostic computer tools

Shop Management System

Job description

Position Description

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Senior Level Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet at Ryder in Athens, Georgia

For More Info Call Dominique or Text "Athens T3" to 904-541-9562

Hear it from a Ryder Technician Employee Here:

https://RyderCareers.Video/ExperiencedTechnicians

• Hourly Pay: $29.00 per hour
• Certification Bonus of $100 for each New ASE Certification Obtained up to $700
• Quarterly Bonus: Ryder Pays you up to $500 Every Quarter - Four Times Per Year
• Sign On Bonus: Ryder Pays You $1750 at 30 days and $1750 at 90 days
• Schedule: Monday through Friday Weekends OFF
• Hours: First Shift 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

We want the right Maintenance Repair Mechanic to join us at Ryder to work on Heavy Duty Vehicles

Apply Here with Ryder Today

For More Info Call Dominique or Text "Athens T3" to 904-541-9562

We have all the benefits other shops do without the wait!

• Annual Merit Pay Increases Every Year
• On the Job Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K etc. Start at 30 Days
• We love our Ryder babies and offer 12 weeks of PAID Maternity Leave
• Paid Time Off Starts Accruing at DAY ONE with 80 hours per year
• Additional Day Off for U.S. Military Veterans
• 401 K offers a company match
• HIGH VALUED Stock at 15 % Employee Discount
• PPE, UNIFORMS, AND BOOT ALLOWANCE PROVIDED
• Ryder Top Technician Recognition Programs rewards 12 Top Techs each year with Cash Prizes from $250 to $50,000!
• Technician Tuition Repayment Program up to $5,000! Ask your recruiter about it today!

For More Info Call Dominique or Text "Athens T3" to 904-541-9562

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

We want YOU to join our family made up of Proud Women and Men in Logistics who work alongside Military Reserve and Veterans we hire everyday

Refer anyone and get rewarded with UNLIMITED bonuses up $1,500 for every Ryder hired Diesel Mechanic, Service Employee, Driver, Warehouse Associate and more!

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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 preventative maintenance, which should include oil changes, brake and tire work
  • Basic diagnostics and repairs, including AC and electrical systems, required
• Three (3) years or more relevant work experience, preferred
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred
• All other certification as required by location, required
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred
• All other certification as required by location, required

• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy duty and medium duty equipment
• Knowledge of and the ability to apply knowledge of computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc.

• This position requires for you to drive Ryder vehicles. In order to become a Ryder employee you must:
  • Must be able to obtain CDL within 6 months after hire
  • 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

• Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties including:
• Performs standard vehicle maintenance
• Performs preventive maintenance
• Diagnoses complex mechanical and electronic problems utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable
• Completes complex and detailed mechanical inspections & repairs with minimal supervision
• Replaces defective components as instructed
• Works unsupervised on most tasks
• Performs facility maintenance duties
• Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task.
• Utilizes key functions of Shop Management System and electronic documentation available.
• Works in accordance with all federal/ provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT).
• Acts as mentor for Tech 1 and Tech 2 levels.
• Demonstrate the ability to access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
• Other support duties as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support
• SBTIII trained within 180 days (SBT220)
• Complete 2 of the OEM On-Line diagnostic scan tool software courses as required by location fleet mi. (predominant OEM of fleet mix completed within 365days)

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.