Diesel Technician

Position Description Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Experienced Mid-Level Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet at Ryder in Kentwood, MI For More Info Call Kim or Text "Kentwood T2" to 904-618-3474 Hear it from a Ryder Technician Employee Here: Hourly Pay: $27.00 per hour Certification Bonus of $100 for each New ASE Certification Obtained up to $700 Quarterly Bonus: Ryder Pays you up to $500 Every Quarter - Four Times Per Year Sign On Bonus: Ryder Pays You $2000 at 30 days and $2000 at 90 days Schedule: Monday–Friday Weekends OFF Hours: Second Shift 2:30 pm – 11:00 pm We want the right Maintenance Repair Mechanic to join us at Ryder to work on Heavy Duty Vehicles. Apply Here with Ryder Today Spots are filling fast — click apply now to secure your spot. Questions? Call Kim or text “Kentwood T2” to 904-618-3474 to speak with your recruiter today. We have all the benefits other shops do without the wait! Annual Merit Pay Increases Every Year On the Job Paid Training Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K etc. Start at 30 Days We love our Ryder babies and offer 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 rewards 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! Click Here to See All Ryder Careers:We want YOU to join our family made up of Proud Women and Men in Logistics who work alongside Military Reserve and Veterans we hire everyday Refer anyone and get rewarded with UNLIMITED bonuses up $1,500 for every Ryder hired Diesel Mechanic, Service Employee, Driver, Warehouse Associate and more! EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran 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, which should include oil changes, brake and tire work, required Two (2) years or more of a combination of classroom training and work experience in required experience, preferred Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A,preferred This position requires for you to drive Ryder vehicles. In order to become a Ryder employee you must: Must be able to obtain 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. Responsibilities Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties Performs standard vehicle maintenance Performs standard component inspections and repairs Performs preventive maintenance Diagnoses standard mechanical and electronic problems, utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable Identifies root cause of basic failures/conditions and perform repairs as required Replaces defective components as instructed Performs facility maintenance duties Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task Utilizes key functions of Shop Management System and electronic documentation available Works in accordance with all federal/ provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT) Performs other support duties as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support 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. Posted Date 2 days ago (1/29/2026 3:19 PM) Requisition ID 2026-195105 Location (Posting Location) : State/Province MI Location (Posting Location) : City KENTWOOD Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 49508 Category Technicians/Service Employees4 Employment Type Regular-Full time Travel Requirements 0-10% Position Code 1000120 Min Pay USD $27.00/Hr. Max Pay USD $27.00/Hr.

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