Diesel Mechanic Technician

$62,400 - $62,400/Yr

Ryder - Gorham, ME

Full-time - Entry Level

Gorham, ME

Rental and Leasing Services

About the position

The Senior Level Diesel Technician at Ryder in Gorham, Maine, is responsible for maintaining and repairing heavy-duty vehicles in the company's truck fleet. This permanent, full-time position offers competitive pay, bonuses for certifications, and a supportive work environment with a focus on professional development and employee well-being.

Responsibilities

• Performs standard vehicle maintenance and repair duties.
• Conducts preventive maintenance on vehicles.
• Diagnoses complex mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic computers.
• Completes detailed mechanical inspections and repairs with minimal supervision.
• Replaces defective components as instructed.
• Works unsupervised on most tasks.
• Performs facility maintenance duties as needed.
• Interacts with customers/drivers to determine the nature of complaints.
• Utilizes Shop Management System and electronic documentation.
• Works in accordance with safety and compliance guidelines.
• Acts as a mentor for junior technicians.
• Accesses and uses internal and external maintenance documents.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Vocational or Technical Certification preferred.
• Basic tools required.
• Demonstrated experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines.
• Three years or more relevant work experience preferred.
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy-duty and medium-duty equipment required.
• Knowledge of computer skills including PC and Windows.

Nice-to-haves

• Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications preferred.

Benefits

• Average weekly pay of $1200.
• Hourly pay of $30.00.
• Certification bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
• Quarterly bonus of up to $500.
• Annual merit pay increases.
• On-the-job paid training.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance, and 401K with company match.
• 12 weeks of paid maternity leave.
• Paid time off starts accruing at day one, with 80 hours per year.
• Additional day off for U.S. military veterans.
• High valued stock at 15% employee discount.
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance provided.
• Technician tuition repayment program up to $5,000.