Diesel Mechanic

Ryder System, Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Baton Rouge! This permanent, full-time position offers the chance to support a robust truck fleet while enjoying competitive pay and numerous bonuses. You'll perform essential maintenance and repairs on heavy-duty vehicles, ensuring safety and efficiency. With a strong emphasis on training and development, this role includes perks such as annual merit pay increases, comprehensive medical benefits, and a generous tuition repayment program. If you are passionate about mechanics and want to be part of a supportive team, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Annual Merit Pay Increases

On the Job Paid Training

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

12 weeks of PAID Maternity Leave

Paid Time Off Starts Accruing at DAY ONE

Additional Day Off for U.S. Military Veterans

401K Company Match

15% Employee Discount on Stock

PPE, Uniforms, and Boot Allowance

Technician Tuition Repayment Program up to $5,000

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in mechanical repair of diesel engines preferred.
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties on heavy-duty vehicles.
• Diagnose mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic tools.

Skills

Mechanical Repair

Preventive Maintenance

Diagnostic Skills

Customer Interaction

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Vocational or Technical Certification

Tools

Basic Tools

Job description

Position Description

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Experienced Mid-Level Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet at Ryder in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

For More Info Call Chelsey or Text "Baton Rouge T2" to 904-932-0143.

Hourly Pay: $28.46 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 $1250 at 30 days and $1250 at 90 days.

Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday.

Hours: Second Shift Tuesday - Friday 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm and Saturday 7:00 am – 3:30 pm.

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

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
• 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
• Technician Tuition Repayment Program up to $5,000!

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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 every day.

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

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, required
• Two (2) years or more of a combination of classroom training and work experience in required experience, preferred
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred

• 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
• Performs standard vehicle maintenance
• Performs standard component inspections and repairs
• Performs preventive maintenance
• Diagnoses standard mechanical and electronic problems, utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable
• Identifies root cause of basic failures/conditions and performs repairs as required
• Replaces defective components as instructed
• 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)
• Performs other support duties as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support

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.