Diesel Mechanic Technician

$50,000 - $62,400/Yr

Ryder - Cedar Falls, IA

Full-time - Entry Level

Cedar Falls, IA

Rental and Leasing Services

About the position

The Diesel Mechanic Technician in Charge at Ryder is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair of heavy-duty vehicles while supporting and training other technicians in the shop. This role includes providing excellent customer service, managing parts distribution, and ensuring efficient shop operations. The position offers competitive pay, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an attractive opportunity for skilled mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Assist and train technicians as needed.
• Provide customer service to daily customers.
• Give feedback to the Service Manager on employee performance for appraisal or disciplinary purposes.
• Oversee parts distribution and inventory management.
• Manage shop reporting and warranty recovery processes.
• Track unit performance and assist with payroll administration.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor/Manager.

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Vocational or Technical Certification or Post Secondary degree preferred.
• Basic tools required.
• Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines.
• Experience in routine preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs including AC and electrical systems.
• Advanced skilled level repairs including major engine repairs and diesel after treatment required.
• Four (4) years or more relevant work experience preferred.
• Must be able to read codes and instructions on the computer.
• Computer experience in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and internet usage required.
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A preferred.
• Must meet minimum Tech II up to Tech IV qualifications plus a minimum of 6 months supervisory or training experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with maintenance computerized programs for reporting and communication.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including shift work, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations.

Benefits

• Hourly pay of $30.00 per hour plus shift differential.
• Certification bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
• Quarterly bonus of up to $500.
• Sign-on bonus of $2500 at 30 days and $2500 at 90 days.
• Annual merit pay increases every year.
• On-the-job paid training.
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401K benefits starting at 30 days.
• 12 weeks of paid maternity leave.
• Paid time off starting at day one, with 80 hours per year.
• 401K with company match.
• 15% employee discount on high valued stock.
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance provided.
• Additional day off for U.S. military veterans.
• Technician tuition repayment program up to $5000.
• State of the art equipment.