Diesel Mechanic

$50,000 - $70,200/Yr

Ryder - Shawnee, KS

Full-time - Mid Level

Shawnee, KS

Rental and Leasing Services

About the position

The Senior Level Diesel Mechanic position at Ryder in Lenexa, Kansas, is a permanent full-time role focused on the maintenance and repair of heavy-duty vehicles. The ideal candidate will perform complex mechanical repairs, preventive maintenance, and diagnostics, while also mentoring junior technicians. This position offers competitive pay, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an attractive opportunity for skilled mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties including standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance.
• Diagnoses complex mechanical and electronic problems utilizing diagnostic computers when applicable.
• Completes complex and detailed mechanical inspections and repairs with minimal supervision.
• Replaces defective components as instructed and works unsupervised on most tasks.
• Performs facility maintenance duties and interacts with customers/drivers to determine the nature of complaints.
• Utilizes key functions of the Shop Management System and electronic documentation available.
• Works in accordance with all federal/provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT).
• Acts as a mentor for Tech 1 and Tech 2 levels.
• Demonstrates the ability to access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
• Completes additional support duties as required to support operations.

Requirements

• 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, including routine preventative maintenance.
• Basic diagnostics and repairs, including AC and electrical systems, required.
• Three (3) years or more relevant work experience preferred.
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A preferred.
• 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 knowledge of computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc.

Nice-to-haves

• ASE Certifications
• Experience with heavy-duty vehicle maintenance
• Familiarity with Shop Management Systems

Benefits

• Hourly Pay: $33.75 per hour
• Certification Bonus of $100 for each New ASE Certification Obtained up to $700
• Quarterly Bonus: Up to $500 every quarter
• Sign On Bonus: $2500 at 30 days and $2500 at 90 days
• Annual Merit Pay Increases
• On the Job Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K
• 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
• 401K with company match
• Employee Discount
• PPE, UNIFORMS, AND BOOT ALLOWANCE
• Technician Tuition Repayment Program up to $5,000
• Top Technician Recognition Programs with cash prizes