Diesel Technician

Ryder; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision after 30 days

401(k) company match

Paid training for skill development

Sign-On Bonus of $4,000

80 hours PTO in first year

Job summary

Ryder is seeking an experienced Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Ypsilanti, Michigan. This role comes with competitive hourly pay starting at $26.50, various bonuses including a $2,000 sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits like medical, dental, and paid training. Responsibilities include vehicle maintenance, diagnosing issues, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. A high school diploma and experience in mechanical repair are preferred. Join a company that values safety and offers growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform routine preventative maintenance on diesel engines.
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A preferred.
• Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and component inspections.
• Diagnose mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic tools.

Skills

Mechanical repair of automotive systems

Preventative maintenance

Diagnostic skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational or technical certification

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring an experienced Mid‑Level Diesel Technician in Ypsilanti, Michigan — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a Technician career you can feel good about.

Compensation & Bonuses

• Hourly Pay: $26.50 per hour
• Certification Bonus of $100 for each New ASE Certification Obtained up to $700
• Quarterly Bonus: up to $500 every quarter
• Sign‑On Bonus: $2,000 at 30 days and $2,000 at 90 days
• Schedule: Monday through Friday (Weekends OFF)
• Hours: Second Shift 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days
• 80 hours PTO in first year, starting Day 1
• Yearly merit pay increases
• 401(k) company match
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
• Paid training for skill development
• 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 (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 you to drive Ryder vehicles. In order to become a Ryder employee you must:
• Obtain a 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, a road test, and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties
• Perform standard vehicle maintenance
• Perform standard component inspections and repairs
• Conduct preventive maintenance
• Diagnose standard mechanical and electronic problems, utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable
• Identify root cause of basic failures/conditions and perform repairs as required
• Replace defective components as instructed
• Perform facility maintenance duties
• Interact with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task
• Utilize key functions of Shop Management System and electronic documentation available
• Work in accordance with all federal, provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT)
• Perform 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.