Diesel Mechanic Technician
Listed on 2026-01-23
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Overview
Position Description
. Immediately hiring a permanent full-time Master Level Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet at Ryder in Akron, Ohio.
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Diesel Descriptive
- SBTIII trained within 180 days (SBT
220) - Complete all OEM on-line diagnostic scan tool software courses as required by location fleet mix (completed within 365 days)
- Complete Instructor led OEM courses as required to support location fleet mix
- Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties including:
- Standard vehicle maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Complex repairs with minimal (if any) support
- Demonstrates the ability to access and use internal and external maintenance documents
- Diagnoses and repairs complex mechanical and electronic problems with minimal (if any) support, utilizing diagnostic computers/software when applicable
- Performs remote triage with RCRC and customers to determine best solution to assist roadside breakdowns
- Performs facility maintenance duties
- Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of the complaint once assigned a task
- Instructs and advises other technicians regarding maintenance repair procedures and diagnostics
- Coaches/mentors other level technicians
- Advise shop management and other technicians on shop repairs
- 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)
- Other support duties as required to support operations, including but not limited to Service Island support
- 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 (oil changes, brake and tire work)
- Diagnostics and repairs, including AC, electrical systems
- Advanced skilled level repairs including some major engine repairs, diesel aftertreatment 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 certifications as required by location, required
- Ability to perform all T3 tasks
- Demonstrated advanced analytical and repair skills in vehicle maintenance
- Effective interpersonal communication skills
- Basic computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Available to work shift work/weekends and on-call duty as required
- Prefer ASE Certification in PM, Brakes, A/C, electrical, Electronics or ASE Master Mechanic
- Operate shop computers and diagnostic test equipment proficiently
- Minimum tool requirements
- Must road test vehicles as necessary
- Demonstrated ability to coach/mentor/influence others
- This position requires driving Ryder vehicles. To become a Ryder employee you 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 the last 3 years
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.
Benefits- Hourly Pay: $32.78 per hour
- Certification Bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification obtained up to $700
- Quarterly Bonus:
Ryder pays up to $500 every quarter - Sign-On Bonus: $3,500 at 30 days and $3,500 at 90 days
- Schedule:
Monday–Friday, weekends off - Hours:
Second shift 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm - Annual merit pay increases, on-the-job paid training, and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))
- Paid maternity leave, PTO accrual from day one, and additional leave for U.S. military veterans
- 401(k) company match, stock and employee discounts
- PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance provided
- Top Technician recognition programs with cash prizes
- Tuition repayment program up to $5,000
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 status as a qualified individual with disability.
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