Diesel Mechanic

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Kalamazoo, MI — providing a stable company for your career with weekly pay and excellent benefits. Ryder is hiring a Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Kalamazoo, MI — providing a stable company for your career with weekly pay and excellent benefits. Hear It From a Ryder Technician Employee Here Hourly Pay:$26.50 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 through Friday Hours: Second Shift 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm We provide the best State-of-the-Art Diagnostics and Tools to all Ryder Maintenance Repair Mechanics who work on Heavy Duty Vehicles Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days Earn PTO starting Day 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year Yearly merit pay increases 401 (k) company match PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance Paid training that keeps you ahead Safety‑first workplace & State-of-the-art equipment Top Tech Competition: Earn $250 – $50,000 per year U.S. military veterans - extra paid day off 15% company stock discount Up to $5,000 in Tech tuition repayment 12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure) Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more At Ryder, you will be recognized and respected for your expertise and skill by joining a community of proud women and men in logistics, including many Military Reservists and Veterans. Ryder provides a clear path for career development and advancement. Ryder offers unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr