Diesel Mechanic

Impact Fulfillment Services; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Certification bonus (up to $700)

Quarterly bonus up to $500

PTO from day 1

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Uniforms and boot allowance

Paid training

Veteran benefits

Job summary

Ryder is hiring a Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Rockford, Illinois to maintain heavy-duty vehicles. The role offers weekly pay and a broad benefits package.

Starting pay is $28.19 per hour, with incentives including a $100 per new ASE certification up to $700, quarterly bonuses up to $500, and additional rewards for top performers. Responsibilities include performing maintenance, diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and inspections, using state-of-the-art tools while ensuring safety and DOT

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Vocational or technical certification preferred.
• Post-secondary degree or technical certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance and repair duties on heavy-duty vehicles.
• Conducts standard vehicle maintenance and inspections.
• Diagnoses mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic tools.
• Identifies root causes and performs repairs as required.
• Interacts with customers/drivers to determine the nature of the issue.
• Ensures compliance with safety, DOT, MOT and company guidelines.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Diagnostic ability

Electrical systems familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/Technical certification

Post-secondary degree or technical certifications

Tools

Basic tools

Diagnostic computer

Job description

Ryder is hiring aMid-LevelDiesel Technician inRockford, Illinois— providing a stable company for your career with weekly pay and excellent benefits.

Hear it from a Ryder Technician Employee Here:

• Hourly Pay:$28.19 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

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

• Earn PTO starting Day 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year
• Yearly merit pay increases
• 401 (k) company match
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
• Paid training that keeps you ahead
• 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

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
• 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.

Location: IL, ROCKFORD, 61109