Diesel Mechanic

Ryder System, Inc.; Nazareth (Northampton County); On-site; USD 33,062 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

80 hours PTO first year

401(k) match

Uniforms and boot allowance

Paid training

Stock discount

Tuition repayment program

Maternity leave

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Nazareth, PA is seeking a Mid-Level Diesel Technician. You will perform preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, and diagnose mechanical/electronic issues using diagnostic tools on a second shift.

CDL preferred, with required testing and safety compliance. The role offers a stable career path with weekly pay, competitive benefits after 30 days, and opportunities for certification bonuses and tuition support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred
• Vocational or technical certification preferred
• Two years or more of related training/experience
• Basic tools required
• CDL Class A preferred; able to obtain CDL within 6 months
• Pass Ryder drug test, DOT physical, road test, and background check (last 3 years)

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 computer
• Identifies root cause of basic failures and perform repairs
• Replaces defective components as instructed
• Performs facility maintenance duties
• Interacts with customers/drivers to determine nature of complaint
• Uses Shop Management System and electronic documentation
• Complies with safety/DOT/MOT guidelines
• Performs other support duties to assist operations

Skills

Mechanical repair

Diagnostics

Aptitude for repair

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification preferred

CDL A preferred

Tools

Basic hand tools

Shop diagnostic equipment

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Nazareth, Pennsylvania — providing a stable company for your career with weekly pay and excellent benefits.

Job Details

• Hourly Pay: $28.00 per hour
• Certification Bonus of $100 for each New ASE Certification Obtained up to $700
• Quarterly Bonus: up to $500 every quarter - four times per year
• Schedule: Monday–Friday Weekends OFF
• Hours: Second Shift 1:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days
• 80 hours PTO your 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 specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure)
• 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, which should include oil changes, brake and tire work, required
• Two (2) years or more of a combination of classroom training and work experience
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred
• 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

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

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

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.