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Ryder System, Inc.

Diesel Technician

Ryder System, Inc., Gorham, Maine, us, 04038

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Position Description

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Master Level Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet at Ryder in Gorham, Maine.

For more info call Suzanne or text "Gorham" to 904-869-3430.

Hear it from a Ryder Technician employee here: https://RyderCareers.Video/T3CH

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Pay: $30.00 per hour

Sign on Bonus: $2,500 (Ryder pays $1,250 at 30 days and $1,250 at 90 days)

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

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

Schedule: Monday - Friday, weekends OFF

Hours: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Annual Merit Pay Increases every year

On the 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 with 80 hours per year

Additional day off for U.S. military veterans

401(k) offers a company match

High valued stock at 15% employee discount

PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance provided

Ryder top technician recognition programs reward 12 top techs each year with cash prizes from $250 to $50,000

Technician tuition repayment program up to $5,000 (ask your recruiter about it today)

Responsibilities

Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties, including standard and preventive maintenance

Diagnose complex mechanical and electronic problems utilizing 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 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

Complete SBTIII training within 180 days (SBT220)

Complete 2 of the OEM online diagnostic scan‑tool software courses as required by location (predominant OEM of fleet mix completed within 365 days)

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Vocational or technical certification or 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 preventive maintenance (oil changes, brake and tire work)

Basic diagnostics and repairs, including AC and electrical systems, required

Three or more years of relevant work experience, preferred

Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A, preferred

All other certification as required by location, required

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 apply computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc.

Ability 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

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.

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.

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