Diesel Mechanic

Ryderscs; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in transportation and logistics is seeking a Diesel Mechanic for their Bridgeport location. This role offers a competitive hourly wage and a variety of bonuses, including a sign-on bonus and performance incentives. Candidates must have mechanical repair skills and a CDL Class A license. Join a dynamic team with excellent benefits and a focus on equal opportunity employment.

Benefits

Referral bonuses up to $1,500

Annual merit pay increases

Paid maternity leave (12 weeks)

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000

Paid time off from day one

Employee discounts on stock

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

On-the-job paid training

Uniform and boot allowance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in mechanical repair preferred.
• Vocational or Technical Certification preferred.
• Demonstrated aptitude for automotive gas or diesel engines.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties.
• Diagnose mechanical and electronic problems.
• Interact with customers to understand service complaints.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Preventive maintenance

Customer interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational or Technical Certification

Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

Join to apply for the Diesel Mechanic role at Ryder Supply Chain Solutions.

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

Call Suzanne or Text "Bridgeport" to 808-563-0527.

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• Hourly Pay: $30.00 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 $1250 at 30 days and $1250 at 90 days
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, Weekends OFF
• Hours: First Shift 7:00 am – 3:30 pm

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

Apply Here with Ryder Today.

Call Suzanne or Text "Bridgeport" to 808-563-0527.

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 reward 12 Top Techs each year with Cash Prizes from $250 to $50,000!
• Technician Tuition Reimbursement Program up to $5,000! Ask your recruiter about it today!

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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.

Refer anyone and get rewarded with UNLIMITED bonuses up to $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, required
• Two (2) years or more of a combination of classroom training and work experience, preferred
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred

This position requires you to drive Ryder vehicles. To become a Ryder employee, you must:

• 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 the nature of the 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, including but 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, or disability.

Additional details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain, and Storage