Diesel Technician

Impact Fulfillment Services; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Certification bonus

Quarterly bonus

401(k) match

PPE and uniforms

Boot allowance

Paid training

Top Tech Competition

Veteran benefits

Stock discount

Tuition repayment

PTO from day 1

Merit pay increases

Maternity leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ryder is hiring a Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Opelika, Alabama— offering weekly pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities include maintenance and repair of heavy-duty vehicles, using diagnostic tools and shop systems, with a focus on safety and compliance. A strong background in mechanical repair and basic tools is expected, with CDL preferred. EEO and veteran support included.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines.
• Routine preventative maintenance experience is preferred.
• Valid CDL would be a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties on heavy-duty vehicles.
• Conducts standard vehicle maintenance and component inspections.
• Diagnoses mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic tools.
• Ensures compliance with safety, DOT, MOT guidelines.
• Repairs root causes and communicates with drivers to identify issues.

Skills

Mechanical repair aptitude

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational or technical certification

Post-secondary degree or technical certifications

Tools

Diagnostic computer

Shop Management System

Basic tools

Job description

Ryder is hiring aMid-LevelDiesel Technician inOpelika, Alabama— providing a stable company for your career with weekly pay and excellent benefits.

Hear it from a Ryder Technician Employee Here:

• Hourly Pay:$24.45 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

We provide the best State-of-the-Art Diagnostics and Tools to all Ryder Maintenance Repair Mechanics who work on Heavy Duty Vehicles

All the benefits you expect — without the wait.

• 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
• 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

At Ryder, you will be recognized and respected for your expertise and skill by joining a community of proud women and men in logistics, including many Military Reservists and Veterans.

Ryder provides a clear path for career development and advancement.

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
• 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.