Diesel Mechanic

Impact Fulfillment Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) company match

Weekly pay

PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance

Tuition repayment up to $5,000

3 days of maternity leave

Discounts on tools and vehicles

Job summary

Ryder is hiring a Senior Level Diesel Technician in Astoria, New York, with weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a path to a fulfilling Technician career. The role focuses on heavy-duty vehicle maintenance and repair, with opportunities for bonuses and a strong culture that values safety and customer service.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, vocational or technical certifications, basic tools, and at least 3 years of relevant experience; a CDL CLASS A is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Vocational or technical certification preferred.
• Basic tools required.
• Demonstrated aptitude and experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines.
• Three or more years of relevant work experience preferred.
• All location certifications as required by location.

Responsibilities

• Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties including standard vehicle maintenance.
• Performs preventive maintenance.
• Diagnoses complex mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic computer when applicable.
• Completes complex inspections and repairs with minimal supervision.
• Works unsupervised on most tasks.
• Interacts with customers/drivers to clarify the nature of the issue.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Preventive maintenance

Electrical diagnostics

Complex problem diagnostics

Customer interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational or Technical Certification

CDL CLASS A

Tools

Diagnostic computer

Shop Management System

Windows PC basics

Job description

Ryder is hiring a Senior Level Diesel Technician in Astoria, New York— offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a Technician career you can feel good about.

Hear it from a Ryder Technician Employee Here:

• Technician Positions Pay Each Week
• Hourly Pay
• Quarterly Bonus: Ryder Pays you up to $500 Every Quarter - Four Times Per Year
• Certification Bonus of $100 for each New ASE Certification Obtained up to $700

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

All the benefits you expect — without the wait.

• Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• 80 hours PTO your first year, starting Day 1
• Yearly merit pay increases
• 401 (k) company match
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
• Top Tech Competition: Earn $250 – $50,000 per year
• U.S. military veterans - extra paid day off
• 15% company stock discount
• Up to $5,000 in Tech tuition repayment
• 12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure)
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more

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

Our Culture & Commitment:

At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.

Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.

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
• 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: 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 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
• Works unsupervised on most tasks
• 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.