Diesel Mechanic

Overview

Ryder is hiring a Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Orlando, Florida — providing a stable company for your career with weekly pay and excellent benefits.

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Video/Experienced Tech

• Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties including standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance.
• Diagnoses complex mechanical and electronic problems utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable.
• Completes complex and detailed mechanical inspections and 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 the nature of the 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 (safety, DOT, MOT).
• Acts as mentor for Tech 1 and Tech 2 levels.
• Demonstrates the ability to access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
• Other support duties as required to support operations (e.g., Service Island support).
• SBTIII trained within 180 days (SBT
  220).
• Complete 2 of the OEM On-Line diagnostic scan tool software courses as required by location fleet mix (completed within 365 days).

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Vocational or Technical Certification; post-secondary degree or Technical Certifications preferred.
• Basic tools required.
• Demonstrated aptitude and experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines including:
• Routine preventive maintenance (oil changes, brake and tire work).
• Basic diagnostics and repairs, including AC and electrical systems.
• 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.
• 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 computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc.
• This position requires driving Ryder vehicles. To become a Ryder employee you must:
• 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.

• Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days.
• 80 hours PTO in your first year, starting Day 1.
• Yearly merit pay increases.
• 401(k) company match.
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance.
• Paid training that keeps you ahead.
• Safety-first workplace and state-of-the-art equipment.
• 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 eligibility criteria, including work tenure).
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more.

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• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary technical certifications preferred.
• Must have basic tools and be able to demonstrate mechanical repair aptitude.
• Ability to meet all location-specific certification requirements.
• Must be able to obtain CDL within specified timeframe and pass required background checks and drug testing as outlined by Ryder and location.