Diesel Technician

Mid‑Level Diesel Technician – Akron, Ohio Ryder is hiring a Mid‑Level Diesel Technician in Akron, Ohio – providing a stable company for your career with weekly pay and excellent benefits. Compensation and Schedule Hourly Pay: $27.00 per hour Certification Bonus: $100 for each new ASE Certification, up to $700 Quarterly Bonus: up to $500 every quarter (four times per year) Sign‑On Bonus: $1,250 at 30 days and $1,250 at 90 days Schedule: Monday–Friday, Weekends OFF 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. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days 80 hours PTO in the first year, starting Day 1 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 eligibility) Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more 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 (oil changes, brake & tire work) Two (2) years or more of a combination of classroom training and work experience (preferred) Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A (preferred) Driving and Safety Requirements Must obtain a 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) 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 performs 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 (e.g., Service Island support) EEO Statement Ryder is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and a 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, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr