Reefer Diesel Technician

About the role

Ryder is hiring a Refrigeration Diesel Technician in Sterling, Virginia. This is a full-time, regular position with a stable company for career growth, weekly pay, and excellent benefits.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, overhaul, adjust, and repair a full range of trucks and trailers with a focus on refrigeration systems such as Thermo King and Carrier
• Perform standard and preventive maintenance
• Perform complex repairs with minimal 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 solutions for roadside breakdowns
• Perform facility maintenance duties
• Interact with customers/drivers to properly determine the nature of complaints once assigned a task
• Instruct and advise other technicians regarding maintenance repair procedures and diagnostics
• Coach/mentor other level technicians
• Advise shop management and other technicians on shop repairs
• Utilize key functions of the Shop Management System and electronic documentation
• Work in accordance with all federal/provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT)
• Perform other support duties as required to support operations, which may include Service Island support
• Complete OEM online 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
• Become SBTIII trained within 180 days (SBT220)

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Vocational or technical certification preferred
• 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 (e.g., oil changes, brake and tire work)
  • Diagnostics and repairs, including AC and electrical systems
  • Advanced skilled level repairs, including major engine repairs, diesel aftertreatment, or automotive fuel injection repairs
• Four (4) years or more of relevant work experience preferred
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A preferred
• All other certifications as required by location
• 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 to work shift work/weekends and on-call duty as required
• ASE Certification in PM, Brakes, A/C, Electrical, Electronics, or ASE Master Mechanic preferred
• Required to operate shop computers and diagnostic test equipment proficiently
• Must have minimum tool requirement
• Must be able to road test vehicles as necessary
• Demonstrated ability to coach/mentor/influence others
• Must be able to obtain CDL within 6 months after hire
• Must pass a Ryder Drug Test, DOT physical, Ryder road test, and Ryder background and motor vehicle check including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last 3 years

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days
• Earn PTO starting Day 1; up to 80 hours accrued in the 1st year
• 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 receive an extra paid day off
• 15% company stock discount
• Up to $5,000 in technician tuition repayment
• 12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure)
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech, and more
• Unlimited referral bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee

Pay

$42.00 per hour

Schedule

• Monday–Friday
• Weekends off
• First shift: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm

Additional incentives

• Certification Bonus: $100 for each new ASE Certification obtained, up to $700
• Reefer Experience Quarterly Bonus: Up to $500 every quarter (four times per year)
• Sign-on Bonus: $2,500 at 30 days and $2,500 at 90 days