Diesel Mechanic

MaineGuide; Hermon (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with company match

PTO from day one

12 weeks paid maternity leave

PPE, uniforms, boot allowance

Stock discount program

Tuition reimbursement

Annual merit pay increases

On-the-job paid training

Ryder Top Technician rewards

Job summary

Ryder seeks an experienced Mid-Level Diesel Technician for its Hermon, Maine fleet. This permanent, full-time role offers a second shift (3:00 pm - 11:30 pm) with weekends off and a starting hourly pay of $26.50, plus incentives and benefits.

Eligible applicants may earn a CDL within 6 months and can participate in bonuses, paid training, and a 401(k) with company match. PTO accrues from day one and maternity leave is provided for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• 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 maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties.
• Performs standard vehicle maintenance.
• Performs standard component inspections and repairs.
• Performs preventive maintenance.
• Diagnoses mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic tools.
• Identifies root cause of basic failures and performs repairs.
• Replaces defective components as instructed.
• Interacts with customers/drivers to determine nature of complaint.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Mechanical aptitude

Tool use

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification / post secondary

CDL Class A preferred

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

Position Description

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Experienced Mid-Level Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet at Ryder in Hermon, Maine

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• 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
• Schedule: Monday-Friday Weekends OFF
• Hours: Second Shift 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm

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

All the benefits you expect - 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!

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, 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 4 hours ago (8/17/2026 4:16 PM)

Requisition ID 2026-208500

Location (Posting Location) : State/Province ME

Location (Posting Location) : City HERMON

Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 04401

Category Technicians/Service Employees4

Employment Type Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements 0-10%

Position Code 1000120

Min Pay USD $26.50/Hr.

Max Pay USD $26.50/Hr.