Diesel Mechanic Mobile

Diesel Mechanic Mobile

Torque by Ryder is immediately hiring a permanent full time entry level diesel technician to support our truck fleet in Kansas City, MO.

Technician positions pay each week:

• Hourly pay: $27.00 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
• Grow with Ryder: This position provides additional training to level up.

We want the right maintenance repair mechanic technician to join us at Ryder to manage our fleet of light duty trucks.

At Ryder, we offer outstanding benefits:

• Generous paid time off
• Medical, dental and vision insurance effective 30 days from hire date
• Life insurance and disability insurance options
• 401k savings plan with Ryder matching contributions
• Discount on purchase of Ryder common stock
• Employee discounts on automotive, mobile plans, travel and hotels
• Accredited tech school tuition reimbursement
• PPE & uniforms provided at no cost
• Paid job training and development
• Employee & customer referral bonus program

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Basic tools, required
• One (1) year or more experience in transportation maintenance, preferred
• Noncommercial driver license class e, preferred
• Valid commercial driver license class a, preferred
• State driver's license, as required
• Must have minimum tools required to perform their job duties as outlined in Ryder's maintenance policy 2.02
• Pass a Ryder drug test and previous employer's for the past 3 years, dot physical, Ryder road test, pass a Ryder background check and motor vehicle check including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last 3 years
• Vocational or technical certification
• One (1) year or more of federal pm certification requirements through any combination of classroom training or work experience
• One (1) year or more mechanical experience working offsite at customer locations
• Must have minimum tools required to perform their job duties as outlined in Ryder's maintenance policy 2.02
• Pass a Ryder drug test and previous employer's for the past 3 years, dot physical, Ryder road test, pass a Ryder background check and motor vehicle check including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last 3 years
• Able to take home assigned mobile service truck, as applicable, and secure vehicle and contents
• Must be able to drive Ryder vehicles. Ability to:
• Understand and adhere to company policies in all areas
• Complete repair orders with the company established systems
• Create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
• Work independently and as a member of a team
• Proven hands-on mechanic, customer service, and account management skills
• Demonstrates customer service skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills
• Detailed oriented with excellent follow-up practices
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Preventive maintenance (pm230&pm298) within 90 days
• Brakes-air (ba220&ba298) within 90 days
• Brake mechanics/inspectors fmcs 396.25
• Hydraulic brake (bh220&bh298) where appropriate within 90 days
• Tire & wheel tw220 within 90 days
• Cf609 & a/c trained and qualified (ac220&ac298) within 180 days
• Battery charge and check, warranty
• Hd electrical - dr208 within 90 days
• Svc island support sbtiii trained (sbt220) and sbt phase 2 within 180 days
• Oem on-line engine courses (minimum 2)
• This position requires for you to drive Ryder vehicles. In order to become a Ryder employee you must:
• 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
• 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.

Responsibilities:

• Interact with non-contractual Ryder customer, exhibit account management skills to independently facilitate preventative maintenance, repair issue resolution, and discuss any repair estimates with customer.
• Coordinate work schedule as required by customers. Road test vehicles to identify cause of complaints for repairs, ensure quality of repair work performed, and deliver customer satisfaction.
• Preventive maintenance (pm) and vehicle repairs responsibilities include but is not limited to:
• A/c & heater: Operate the system and recognize if the system is cooling or not (pm related); Perform basic system checks such as power to compressor, visual inspection of condenser, belt tension, etc.; Identify freon and oil leaks
• Brakes-air: Identify components of air brake system; Operate brakes and identify irregular noises, air leaks; Perform simple air system tests; Measure lining thickness; Adjust brakes; Perform air brake sections of p.m.; Measure drums, rotors, cam bushings perform brake repairs per (ba298) once trained and qualified
• Brakes-hydraulic: Road test for proper operation; Make visual inspections for leaks; Check park brake operation; Check fluid level; Measure lining thickness; Adjust service brakes; Perform brake repairs per (bh298) once trained and qualified; Adjust park brakes
• Cargo handling/transfer, liftgates: Identify leaks; Operate lift gate; Identify make and model; Add fluid to bring to proper level; Make minor adjustments to lift platform and its controls; Identify basic malfunctions
• Charging systems (electrical): Visually inspect batteries; Clean connections; Check condition of belts; Test batteries; Check alternator mounting and pulley; Replace and adjust belts; Perform basic charging system check
• Clutch: Lubricate throw-out bearing, linkage, shafts, and cables; Identify proper clutch operation; Identify proper clutch brake operation
• Cooling systems: Check and adjust coolant levels; Visually inspect system for leaks; Make minor repairs such as hose replacements, fan shrouds, leaking fittings; Recognize permanent antifreezes and their requirements; Use refractometer; Use pressure tester; Flush and refill systems
• Cranking system (electrical): Inspect and test batteries; Visually inspect cables and cranking motor; Clean the battery cables, connections and starter; Replace batteries; Charge and check batteries; Replace or repair defective cables
• Lighting system and electrical accessories: Repair minor wiring problems; Replace bulbs, lenses and simple light assemblies; Repair minor lighting problems; Replace and adjust sealed beams; Install or replace accessories such as heated mirrors, fans, spotlights
• Drive axles: Inspect housings for leaks; Change oil and filter, if required, and clean breathers
• Driveline: Lubricate drive line; Inspect components for wear or damage
• Gas engines-all engines: Check and adjust oil levels; Identify unusual noises, and oil leaks
• Fuel systems: Replace and prime fuel filter; Check gas and diesel fuel system components such as fuel lines, pickup tubes, return lines, etc... for proper integrity and condition
• Preventive maintenance: Proper lube techniques; Minimal tire inspection; Brake check/applied stroke; Battery check; Under vehicle check/loose components; Initial fault code identification; All pms (pm298) including c supplements to exclude overheads, engine