Diesel Mechanic

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Position Description

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Senior Level Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet at Ryder in Akron, Ohio. For more info call Michelle or text "Akron" at . Hear it from a Ryder Technician Employee Here: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Careers.

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• Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties including standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance
• Diagnoses mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic computer tools when applicable
• Completes complex and detailed mechanical inspections and repairs with minimal supervision
• Replaces defective components as instructed
• Works unsupervised on most tasks and supports facility maintenance duties
• Interacts with customers/drivers to determine the nature of the complaint
• Uses Shop Management System and electronic documentation
• Complies with safety, DOT, MOT and other regulatory guidelines
• Mentors Tech 1 and Tech 2 levels; accesses internal and external maintenance documents
• Provides other support duties as required to support operations
• SBTIII trained within 180 days (SBT
  220) and complete OEM diagnostic tool courses as required by location fleet mix

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Vocational/Technical certification or degree preferred
• Basic tools required
• Experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines, including routine maintenance and basic diagnostics (AC and electrical)
• Three (3)+ years relevant work experience preferred
• CDL CLASS A preferred and other certifications as required by location
• Minimum 2 years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy- and medium-duty equipment
• Knowledge of computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc.
• Must be able to obtain CDL within 6 months after hire; pass Ryder drug test, DOT physical, road test, and background/MVR checks for last 3 years

• Hourly pay: $29.50 per hour
• Certification bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification obtained up to $700
• Quarterly bonus: up to $500 per quarter
• Sign-on bonuses: $2,500 at 30 days and $2,500 at 90 days
• Annual merit pay increases; on-the-job paid training
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match; start at 30 days
• Paid time off accrues from day one (80 hours per year); additional time off for U.S. military veterans
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance provided
• Ryder Top Technician recognition program with cash prizes
• Tuition repayment program up to $5,000

Important Note: Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, road tests, and/or customer-specific requirements.