Diesel Technician

Ryder; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Diesel Technician, where your skills will shine in maintaining and repairing heavy-duty vehicles. This role offers a competitive hourly pay, certification bonuses, and a supportive environment with paid training. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and 401K plans, alongside generous paid time off and merit increases. You'll be part of a diverse team that values your contributions and offers opportunities for growth. If you have a passion for mechanics and a commitment to excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Maternity Leave

Tuition Repayment Program

Quarterly Bonus

Certification Bonus

PPE and Uniforms Provided

Stock Discounts

On the Job Paid Training

Qualifications

• Preferred 3+ years experience in mechanical repair of heavy-duty vehicles.
• Knowledge of automotive gas or diesel engines and basic diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance.
• Diagnose complex mechanical and electronic problems.

Skills

Mechanics

Diagnostics

Preventive Maintenance

Customer Interaction

Education

High School Diploma

Vocational or Technical Certification

Tools

Basic Tools

Diagnostic Computer

Job description

Position Description

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Senior Level Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet at Ryder in Winter Haven, Florida.

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• Hourly Pay: $29.00 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
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, Weekends OFF
• Hours: Second Shift 12:00 pm – 8:30 pm

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

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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 rewards 12 Top Techs each year with Cash Prizes from $250 to $50,000!
• Technician Tuition Repayment 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.

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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
  • Basic diagnostics and repairs, including AC and electrical systems, required
• Three (3) years or more relevant work experience, preferred
• 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: Additional requirements may be required in different locations and/or accounts.

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
• Replaces defective components as instructed
• Works unsupervised on most tasks

• 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).
• 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 365 days)

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.