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Diesel Mechanic Technician

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions, Savannah, GA, United States


Position Description
Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Senior Level Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet at Ryder in Savannah, Georgia.

Hourly Pay: $31.00 per hour

Certification Bonus: $100 for each new ASE Certification obtained, up to $700

Quarterly Bonus: Up to $500 paid each quarter (four times per year)

Sign On Bonus: $1,750 at 30 days and $1,750 at 90 days

Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday

Hours: First Shift 7:00 am – 3:30 pm

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, such as oil changes, brake and tire work

Basic diagnostics and repairs, including AC and electrical systems

Three (3) years or more relevant work experience preferred

All other certifications required by location, required

Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A, preferred

Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy‑duty and medium‑duty equipment

Knowledge and ability to use computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc.

Must be able to obtain CDL within 6 months after hire

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

Important Note:

Some positions require additional screening, including employment and education verification, motor‑vehicle records check, a road test, or customer‑specific badging or background requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties, including:

Standard vehicle maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Diagnose complex mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic computers 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 the nature of complaints upon task assignment

Utilize key functions of the 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 a mentor for T1 and T2 levels

Access and use internal and external maintenance documents

Support operations as required, including but not limited to Service Island support

SBTIII trained within 180 days (SBT220)

Complete 2 of the OEM on‑line diagnostic scan‑tool software courses within 365 days, as required by location fleet mix

Benefits

Annual merit pay increases every year

On‑the‑job paid training

Medical, dental, vision, 401 K, etc. starting at 30 days

Paid time off accruing at day one, 80 hours per year

Additional day off for U.S. military veterans

401 K company match

High‑valued stock at 15 % employee discount

PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance provided

Ryder Top Technician Recognition Program rewards top techs with cash prizes ranging from $250 to $50,000

Technician tuition repayment program up to $5,000

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a 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, or status as a protected veteran, among other characteristics, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

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