Diesel Mechanic

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 68,903,000 - 93,221,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision after 30 days

PTO from day 1

401(k) company match

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000

PPE, uniforms, boot allowance

Paid training

Stock discount

Maternity leave up to 12 weeks

Visionary equipment & safety focus

Job summary

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Senior Level Diesel Technician to maintain and repair heavy‑duty vehicles. This full‑time role offers weekly pay, a second shift from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm, and a strong benefits package.

The technician will diagnose mechanical and electrical systems, perform preventive maintenance, and mentor junior Techs while working with state‑of‑the‑art equipment in a safety‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• Attention to heavy‑duty vehicle repair with preventive maintenance.
• Experience with complex mechanical/electrical diagnostics.
• Proactive, safety‑mocused approach and ability to mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Performs vehicle maintenance and repair on heavy/medium duty equipment.
• Diagnoses mechanical/electrical problems using diagnostic tools.
• Completes inspections and repairs with minimal supervision.
• Mentors Tech 1/Tech 2 levels and supports operations.
• Ensures compliance with safety, DOT, MOT guidelines.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Diagnostics

Basic tools

CDL Class A

PC skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational or Technical Certification

Technical Certifications

Tools

Diagnostic software

Shop Management System

On-board diagnostic tools

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Senior Level Diesel Technician in Gainesville, FL — providing a stable company for your career with weekly pay and excellent benefits.

• Hourly Pay:$28.29 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
• Schedule: Monday–Friday NO WEEKENDS
• Hours: Second Shift 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm

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• 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

We want the right Maintenance Repair Mechanic to join us at Ryder to work on Heavy Duty Vehicles

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

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
• Basic diagnostics and repairs, including AC and electrical systems, required
• Three (3) years or more relevant work experience, preferred
• All other certification as required by location, required
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred
• All other certification as required by location, required
• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy duty and medium duty equipment
• Knowledge of and the ability to apply knowledge of computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc.
• 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 including:
• Performs standard vehicle maintenance
• Performs preventive maintenance
• Diagnoses complex mechanical and electronic problems utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable
• Completes complex and detailed mechanical inspections & repairs with minimal supervision
• Replaces defective components as instructed
• Works unsupervised on most tasks
• 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).
• Acts as mentor for Tech 1 and Tech 2 levels.
• Demonstrate the ability to access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
• Other support duties as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support
• SBTIII trained within 180 days (SBT220)
• Complete 2 of the OEM On-Line diagnostic scan tool software courses as required by location fleet mi. (predominant OEM of fleet mix completed within 365days)

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.