Diesel Mechanic

Ryder System, Inc.; Harvey (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $31.51/hr

Certification bonus up to $700

Quarterly bonus up to $500

Unlimited bonuses up to $1,500

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Harvey, Illinois is hiring a Mid-Level Diesel Technician to perform vehicle maintenance and repair on heavy-duty equipment.

The role offers a competitive hourly wage of $31.51 and a second shift from 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm, with opportunities for certification and quarterly bonuses up to $500 plus additional monthly bonuses, and a potential overall bonus program up to $1,500. Candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, plus vocational/technical training; CDL‑A

Qualifications

• Two years or more of classroom training and work experience in mechanical repair.
• Experience with automotive gas or diesel engines.
• CDL CLASS A preferred.
• Must pass Ryder drug test, DOT physical, road test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties.
• Performs standard vehicle maintenance.
• Performs standard component inspections and repairs.
• Performs preventive maintenance.
• Diagnoses mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic tools.
• Replaces defective components.
• Interacts with customers/drivers to determine nature of complaint.
• Follows safety, DOT, MOT and company guidelines.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Preventive maintenance

Brake work

Oil changes

Diagnostic tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/Technical certification

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring aMid-LevelDiesel Technician in Harvey, Illinois — providing a stable company for your career with weekly pay and a career you can feel good about.

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• Hourly Pay:$31.51 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: Tuesday - Saturday
• Hours: Second Shift 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm

We provide the best State-of-the-Art Diagnostics and Tools to all Ryder Maintenance Repair Mechanics who work on Heavy Duty Vehicles

At Ryder, you will be recognized and respected for your expertise and skill by joining a community of proud women and men in logistics, including many Military Reservists and Veterans.

Ryder provides a clear path for career development and advancement. Share Ryder jobs with people you know-get paid for it. Ryder offers unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee.

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.