Diesel Mechanic

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus: up to $500

Certification bonus

401(k) company match

Paid training

Employee discounts on tools and vehicles

Job summary

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions in Lenexa, KS is seeking a Mid-Level Diesel Technician. The position offers an hourly pay of $26.50, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision after 30 days, and opportunities for career advancement.

The ideal candidate will have proficiency in mechanical repair of gas or diesel engines and be able to work with federal safety guidelines. Benefits also include paid time off, annual merit increases, and a 401(k) company match.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Technical certifications preferred.
• Two years or more in mechanical repair of diesel engines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties.
• Conduct preventive maintenance.
• Diagnose mechanical and electronic problems.

Skills

Basic tools proficiency

Mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines

Routine preventative maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational or technical certification

Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A

Job description

Position Overview

Mid‑Level Diesel Technician – Lenexa, KS. Company offers weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, and a clear path for career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties.
• Performs standard vehicle maintenance and component inspections.
• Conducts preventive maintenance.
• Diagnoses mechanical and electronic problems; uses diagnostic computer when applicable.
• Identifies root causes of failures and performs required repairs.
• Replaces defective components as instructed.
• Performs facility maintenance duties.
• Interacts with customers/drivers to determine the nature of complaints.
• Utilizes shop management system and electronic documentation.
• Works in compliance with federal, provincial, and corporate safety, DOT, and MOT guidelines.
• Performs other support duties as required, including Service Island support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Vocational or technical certification, post‑secondary degree, or technical certifications (preferred).
• Basic tools proficiency.
• Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines, including routine preventative maintenance (oil changes, brake and tire work).
• Two (2) years or more of combined classroom training and work experience (preferred).
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A (preferred).
• Ability to obtain CDL within 6 months after hire.
• Pass a Ryder drug test, DOT physical, Ryder road test, and Ryder background and motor‑vehicle check (includes drug/alcohol verification for last 3 years).
• Additional screening may be required (employment and education verification, motor vehicle records check, road test, badging, background requirements of the customer).

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay: $26.50 per hour.
• Certification bonus: $100 for each new ASE certification, up to $700.
• Quarterly bonus: up to $500 every quarter.
• Second shift: 2:30 pm – 11:00 pm (Monday‑Friday, weekends off).
• Medical, dental, vision after 30 days.
• 80 hours paid time off in first year, starting Day 1.
• Yearly merit pay increases.
• 401(k) company match.
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance.
• Paid training.
• State‑of‑the‑art equipment and safety‑first workplace.
• Top Tech Competition: Earn $250 – $50,000 per year.
• Extra paid day off for U.S. military veterans.
• 15% company stock discount.
• Up to $5,000 in technical tuition repayment.
• 12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to eligibility).
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ryder is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a drug‑free workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration regardless of race, religion, color, national