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Ryder Supply Chain Solutions

Diesel Technician Mechanic

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions, North Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29405

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Diesel Technician Mechanic Position: Permanent Full‑Time Experienced Diesel Technician to support our truck fleet at Ryder in North Charleston, SC.

Responsibilities

SBTIII trained within 180 days (SBT220)

Complete all OEM online diagnostic scan tool software courses required by location fleet mix (completed within 365 days)

Complete instructor‑led OEM courses required to support location fleet mix

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

Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic computers/software as applicable

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

Perform facility maintenance duties

Interact with customers/drivers to determine nature of complaints once assigned a task

Instruct and advise other technicians on 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 available

Work in accordance with all federal, provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT)

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

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 and tire work)

Diagnostics and repairs including AC, electrical systems

Advanced skilled level repairs, such as some major engine repairs, diesel after‑treatment or automotive fuel injection repairs (required)

Four (4) years or more relevant work experience (preferred)

Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A (preferred)

All other certifications required by location (required)

Additional Requirements

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

Preferred ASE Certification in PM, Brakes, A/C, electrical, electronics or ASE Master Mechanic

Required to operate shop computers and diagnostic test equipment proficiently

Must have minimum tool requirement

Must road test vehicles as necessary

Demonstrated ability to coach/mentor/influence others

Must be able to obtain a 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)

Benefits

Hourly Pay: $34.00 per hour

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

Quarterly Bonus: up to $500 every quarter – four times per year

Sign‑On Bonus: $3,000 at 30 days and $3,000 at 90 days

Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday (First Shift Tuesday–Friday 5:00 am–1:00 pm; Saturday 7:00 am–3:30 pm)

Annual merit pay increases every year

On‑job paid training

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) etc. – start at 30 days

12 weeks of paid maternity leave for qualifying employees (eligibility requirements, including work tenure, apply)

Paid time off starts 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

Provision of PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance

Awarded in Ryder Top Technician Recognition Programs – cash prizes from $250 to $50,000 for top 12 technicians each year

Technician tuition repayment program up to $5,000 (ask recruiter for details)

Contact For more information, call Michelle or text “North Charleston” to 313‑721‑0692.

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EEO Statement 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, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

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