Diesel Technician

Ryder System, Inc.; Town of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) company match

Paid training

Quarterly bonus up to $500

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000

15% stock discount

PPE and boot allowance

12 weeks paid maternity leave

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is hiring a mid-level Diesel Technician in Middletown, Delaware to service heavy-duty vehicles. The role features weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, and a focus on safety and career development.

The ideal candidate has basic tool proficiency and prior automotive diesel repair experience, with CDL-A ability or attainment within six months. Paid training and performance incentives are part of the package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Vocational or technical certification preferred.
• Basic tools required.
• Experience in mechanical repair on automotive gas or diesel engines.

Responsibilities

• Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties.
• Performs standard vehicle maintenance.
• Diagnoses mechanical and electrical problems using diagnostic computer when applicable.
• Identifies root cause of basic failures and performs repairs as required.
• Interacts with customers/drivers to determine nature of the complaint.
• Adheres to safety, DOT, and company guidelines.

Skills

Basic tools

Mechanical repair aptitude

Vehicle maintenance knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational or Technical Certification

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Shop Management System

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Mnid-Level Diesel Technician in Middletown, Delaware— offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a Technician career you can feel good about.

Hear it from a Ryder Technician Employee Here:

https://RyderCareers.Video/T3

• Technician Positions Pay Each Week
• Hourly Pay
• Quarterly Bonus: Ryder Pays you up to $500 Every Quarter - Four Times Per Year
• Certification Bonus of $100 for each New ASE Certification Obtained up to $700

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

• Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• 80 hours PTO your first year, starting Day 1
• Yearly merit pay increases
• 401 (k) company match
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
• Build your skills - paid training
• 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

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

Our Culture & Commitment

At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.

Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.

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 instructedPerforms 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.