Diesel Mechanic

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401 K with company match

Paid maternity leave

Paid time off from day one

PPE, uniforms, boot allowance

Tuition repayment program

Employee recognition program

Stock discount 15%

Job summary

Ryder is seeking a Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Grand Prairie, TX. You will maintain and repair heavy-duty vehicles, diagnose mechanical/electronic issues, and work a Monday–Friday schedule on second shift (11:00 am–7:30 pm) with competitive hourly pay.

The role includes on-the-job training, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401(k), paid time off, maternity leave, and a company culture that supports veterans and active service members.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Vocational or technical certifications preferred.
• Basic automotive tools required.

Responsibilities

• Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties.
• Performs standard vehicle maintenance.
• Diagnoses standard mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic tools.
• Identifies root causes of failures and performs repairs as required.
• Replaces defective components as instructed.
• Performs facility maintenance duties.
• Interacts with customers/drivers to determine nature of the issue.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Diagnostics

Customer interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational or technical certification

Tools

Diagnostic computer

Shop Management System

Basic hand tools

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Grand Prairie, Texas — providing a stable company for your career with weekly pay and excellent benefits.

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Grand Prairie, Texas — providing a stable company for your career with weekly pay and excellent benefits.

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• Hourly Pay:$27.50 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


• Schedule: Monday - Friday


• Hours: Second Shift 11:00 am - 7:30 pm

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

• 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 for qualifying employees (eligibility requirements, including work tenure, apply)


• 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!

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

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:

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

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 perform 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.