Technician in Charge

Impact Fulfillment Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

80 hours PTO first year

401(k) company match

Tuition repayment up to $5,000

Stock discount 15%

uniforms and boot allowance

Job summary

Ryder is hiring a Senior Level Diesel Technician in Astoria, NY to maintain and repair heavy-duty vehicles. The role includes diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and adherence to safety standards.

You will support the service team, assist with parts coordination, and ensure high-quality workmanship daily. Ideal candidates have strong diesel experience, CDL A, and familiarity with basic computer tools and reporting systems.

Qualifications

• Must read codes and instructions on the computer.
• Demonstrated experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines.
• Routine preventive maintenance including oil changes, brakes and tires.

Responsibilities

• Assist and train Technicians; provide customer service and feedback to Service Manager.
• Oversee parts distribution and inventory, shop reporting, warranty recovery and payroll administration.

Skills

Diesel engines

Heavy-duty repair

Diagnostics

Computer literacy

CDL A

Education

High school diploma

Technical certification

Tools

SMO

SBT

Payroll system

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

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• 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
• Diagnostics and repairs, including AC, electrical systems
• Advanced skilled level repairs to include some major engine repairs, diesel after treatment or automotive fuel injection repairs, required
• Four (4) years or more Relevant work experience, preferred
• Must be able to read codes and instructions on the computer
• Must have computer experience in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, internet and other related
• Must have minimum tool requirement
• Maintenance computerized programs in order to create reports or communicate with customers, vendors and company representatives
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Vocational or Technical Certification Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications, preferred
• 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
• Diagnostics and repairs, including AC, electrical systems
• Advanced skilled level repairs to include some major engine repairs, diesel after treatment or automotive fuel injection repairs, required
• Four (4) 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 Valid Driver's License and the ability to meet Ryder's driving qualifications
• Must meet at minimum Tech II up to Tech IV qualifications plus a minimum of 6 months supervisory or training experience
• Ability to work flexible schedules including shift work, weekends, holidays and on-call rotations for roadside assistance
• Must be proficient in SMO, SBT, payroll system, warranty recovery and employee handbook
• Must have a thorough understanding of Unit utilization procedures
• 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

Internal Candidates:

Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6 months in their current position and possess a record of good performance, attendance, safety and teamwork

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

• Responsible for assisting and training Technicians as needed, providing customer service to the daily customers, and giving feedback to the Service Manager on the performance of employees for appraisal or disciplinary purposes
• In addition, the Technician in Charge may also oversee parts distribution & inventory, shop reporting, warranty recovery, unit tracking, payroll administration and other duties assigned by the Supervisor/Manager

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.