Diesel Mechanic

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Senior Level Diesel Technician in Winchester, VA— providing a stable company for your career with weekly pay and excellent benefits.

• Hourly Pay: $28.00 per hour
• Quarterly Bonus: up to $500
• Schedule:
  
  Monday–Friday, Weekends OFF
• Hours:
  
  Second Shift 2:30 pm – 11:30 pm

We provide the best state‑of‑the‑art diagnostics and tools to all Ryder Maintenance Repair Mechanics who work on heavy‑duty vehicles.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage after 30 days
• 80 hours PTO starting Day 1
• Yearly merit pay increases
• 401(k) company match
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
• Paid training
• Safety‑first workplace & 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 (eligible)
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more

• 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, including routine preventative 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)
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A (preferred)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy‑duty and medium‑duty equipment
• Computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc.
• Ability 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

• Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties, including standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance
• Diagnose complex mechanical and electronic problems utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable
• Complete complex and detailed mechanical inspections and repairs with minimal supervision
• Replace defective components as instructed
• Work unsupervised on most tasks
• Perform facility maintenance duties
• Interact with customers/drivers to determine nature of complaint once assigned a task
• Utilize key functions of shop management system and electronic documentation available
• Work in accordance with all federal, provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (e.g., safety, DOT, MOT)
• Act as mentor for Tech 1 and Tech 2 levels
• Demonstrate ability to access and use internal and external maintenance documents
• Other support duties as required to support operations (e.g., service island support)
• Obtain SBTIII training within 180 days (SBT
  220)
• Complete 2 of the OEM on‑line diagnostic scan tool software courses within 365 days as required by location fleet mix

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, or disability.