Diesel Mechanic Senior Level

About the role

As an Overhaul Technician, you'll specialize in diagnosing, rebuilding, and repairing major truck components and systems. We provide the best State-of-the-Art Diagnostics and Tools to all Ryder Maintenance Repair Mechanics who work on Heavy Duty Vehicles.

Pay

• Hourly Pay: $40.38 per hour
• Certification Bonus: $100 for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700
• Quarterly Bonus: up to $500 every quarter (four times per year)

Schedule

• Tuesday – Saturday
• First Shift, 7:00 am start

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days
• PTO starting Day 1 — up to 80 hours accrued in the first year
• Yearly merit pay increases
• 401(k) company match
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
• Paid training
• Safety‑first workplace with state‑of‑the‑art equipment
• Top Tech Competition: earn $250 – $50,000 per year
• U.S. military veterans receive an 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, and more

Requirements

• 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 (AC, electrical systems)
  • Advanced skilled‑level repairs (major engine repairs, diesel after‑treatment, automotive fuel injection)
• 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.)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Availability for shift work, weekends, and on‑call duty as required
• ASE Certification in PM, Brakes, A/C, Electrical, Electronics, or ASE Master Mechanic preferred
• Proficiency operating shop computers and diagnostic test equipment
• Minimum tool requirement
• Must road test vehicles as necessary
• Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and influence others
• 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

Responsibilities

• Complete SBTIII training within 180 days (SBT220)
• Complete all OEM on‑line diagnostic scan tool software courses as required by location fleet mix (within 365 days)
• Complete instructor‑led OEM courses as required to support location fleet mix
• Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties, including:
  • Standard vehicle maintenance
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Complex repairs with minimal (if any) support
• Access and use internal and external maintenance documents
• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electronic problems with minimal support, utilizing diagnostic computers/software when applicable
• Perform remote triage with RCRC and customers to determine best solution for roadside breakdowns
• Perform facility maintenance duties
• Interact with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task
• Instruct and advise other technicians regarding maintenance repair procedures and diagnostics