Diesel Mechanic

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Senior Level Diesel Technician in Tulare, California — providing a stable company for your career with weekly pay and excellent benefits. Hourly Pay: $34.00 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: Monday‑Friday. Hours: First Shift 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days 80 hours PTO first year, starting Day 1 Yearly merit pay increases 401(k) company match PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance Paid training that keeps you ahead Safety‑first workplace & State‑of‑the‑art equipment Top Tech Competition: Earn $250 – $50,000 per year U.S. military veterans – extra paid day off 15% company stock discount Up to $5,000 in Tech tuition repayment 12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure) Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & 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, tire work) Basic diagnostics and repairs, including AC and electrical systems (required) 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 of and ability to use computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc. Must be able to obtain a 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 Perform vehicle maintenance and repairs including standard and preventive maintenance Diagnose complex mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic computer 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 complaint once assigned a task Utilize key functions of Shop Management System and electronic documentation available Work in accordance with all federal, provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT) Act as mentor for Tech 1 and Tech 2 levels Demonstrate ability to access and use internal and external maintenance documents Other support duties as required to support operations (including but not limited to Service Island support) Be SBTIII trained within 180 days (SBT220) Complete 2 of the OEM On‑Line diagnostic scan tool software courses as required by location fleet mix (predominant OEM of fleet mix completed within 365 days) Important Note Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and 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, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ryder System, Inc.