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Diesel Technician Mobile

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions, Houston, TX, United States


Position Description
Torque by Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full‑time Experienced Mobile Diesel Technician to support our truck fleet in Houston, Texas.

Pay & Benefits

Hourly Pay: $37.00 per hour based on experience

Retention Bonus: $2000 paid every quarter within the first year

Schedule: Flexible 40‑hour work week (weekend premiums apply)

Fuel Card and company cell phone provided

Work site service vehicle for mobile technicians

Additional training opportunities to advance your career

Medical, dental, vision after 30 days

80 hours PTO your first year, starting Day 1

Yearly merit pay increases

401(k) company match

PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance

Paid training

Safety‑first workplace & state‑of‑the‑art equipment

Top Tech Competition: Earn $250 – $50,000 per year

U.S. military veteran extra paid day off

15% company stock discount

Up to $5,000 in tech tuition repayment

12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to eligibility)

Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more

Responsibilities

Make decisions regarding vehicle diagnostics and repair

Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties including preventive maintenance and complex repairs with minimal support

Use internal and external maintenance documents and diagnostic computers/software to diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electronic problems

Provide remote triage with RCRC and customers to determine best solutions for roadside breakdowns

Perform facility maintenance duties

Interact with customers/drivers to determine the nature of complaints and provide solutions

Instruct and advise other technicians on maintenance and repair procedures

Coordinate work schedule as required by customers and manage preventions, repairs, and estimations

Conduct preventive maintenance for A/C & Heater, Brakes‑Air, Brakes‑Hydraulic, Cargo Handling/Transfer, Liftgates, Charging Systems, Clutch, Cooling Systems, Cranking System, Lighting System, Drive Axles, Driveline, Engines, Fuel Systems, Steering, Suspension, Wheel/Maintenance, and Vehicle Coupling System

Utilize shop management system and electronic documentation for all work

Ensure proper maintenance of all service, safety, and environmental records to meet corporate and regulatory requirements

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Vocational or Technical Certification; post‑secondary degree or technical certifications preferred

Basic tools and equipment required

Four (4) years or more relevant work experience preferred

Commercial Driver License: CLASS E or CLASS A preferred

Must be able to drive Ryder vehicles and secure assigned mobile service truck

Experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy‑duty and medium‑duty equipment

Knowledge of preventive maintenance (PM230 & PM298) within 90 days

Knowledge of Brakes‑Air (BA220 & BA298), Brakes‑Hydraulic (BH220 & BH298), Wheels & Tires (TW220), A/C training (AC220 & AC298), HD electrical (DR208), and other related certifications within specified time frames

Ability to understand and adhere to company policies, complete repair orders, maintain professional relationships, work independently or as part of a team, and prioritize workload

Strong mechanical, customer service, and account management skills

Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills

Self‑starter, self‑sufficient, and highly organized with exceptional time management and follow‑up practices

Entrepreneurial spirit and proactive approach

Completion of required OEM On‑Line diagnostic tool software courses as required by fleet location

Pass a Ryder drug test, DOT physical, road test, and background check (including drug and alcohol verification for the last 3 years)

Additional screening may include employment and education verification, motor vehicle records check, road test, and/or customer background or badging requirements

Ryder is a proud 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, status as a protected veteran, disability, or any other protected status.

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