Diesel Technician Mechanic

Ryder System, Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Permanent Full-Time Experienced Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Lexington, KY. The role involves maintaining and repairing heavy-duty vehicles, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines, and providing excellent service to customers. The position offers competitive pay, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits, including paid training and 401(k) matching.

Benefits

Paid Maternity Leave

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

PPE, Uniforms, and Boot Allowance

Certification Bonus

Quarterly Bonus

Sign-On Bonus

Annual Merit Pay Increases

Qualifications

• Two or more years of combined classroom training and work experience preferred.
• CDL required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Conduct standard vehicle maintenance and inspections.
• Diagnose mechanical/electronic problems using diagnostic tools.

Skills

Mechanical Repair

Preventive Maintenance

Customer Interaction

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Vocational or Technical Certification

Tools

Basic Tools

Job description

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full-Time Experienced Mid-Level Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet at Ryder in Lexington, KY.

For more info, call Kaylee or text "Lexington T2" to 872-870-6767.

Hear it from a Ryder Technician Employee here:

• Technician positions pay weekly

Hourly Pay: $28.39 per hour

CDL required within 6 months.

Certification Bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.

Quarterly Bonus: Ryder pays up to $500 every quarter (four times per year).

Sign-On Bonus: Ryder pays $1250 at 30 days and $1250 at 90 days.

Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, Sunday & Monday off.

Hours: Second shift Tuesday - Friday 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm, Saturday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm.

We are seeking the right Maintenance Repair Mechanic to join us at Ryder to work on heavy-duty vehicles.

Apply here with Ryder today.

We offer all the benefits other shops do, without the wait!

Annual merit pay increases every year.

On-the-job paid training.

We love our Ryder team and offer 12 weeks of paid maternity leave.

Paid time off starts accruing from day one, with 80 hours per year.

Additional day off for military veterans.

401(k) with company match.

High-valued stock at 15% employee discount.

PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance provided.

Ryder's Top Technician Recognition Program rewards 12 top techs each year with cash prizes from $250 to $50,000!

For more info, call Kaylee or text "Lexington T2" to 872-870-6767.

Join our family of proud women and men in logistics, working alongside military reserves and veterans we hire every day.

Refer someone and get rewarded with unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every Ryder hire (diesel mechanic, service employee, driver, warehouse associate, and more).

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 experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines, including routine preventative maintenance such as oil changes, brake, and tire work.

Two or more years of combined classroom training and work experience preferred.

Valid CDL Class A preferred.

This position requires driving Ryder vehicles. To become a Ryder employee, you must:

Obtain CDL within 6 months of hire.

Pass Ryder drug test, DOT physical, and Ryder road test.

Pass Ryder background and motor vehicle checks, including drug and alcohol verification from the last 3 years.

Important Note: Additional requirements may vary by location and account.

Responsibilities:

• Perform vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Conduct standard vehicle maintenance and inspections.
• Perform preventive maintenance and diagnose mechanical/electronic problems using diagnostic tools.
• Identify root causes of failures and perform repairs.
• Interact with customers/drivers to determine the nature of complaints.
• Utilize shop management systems and electronic documentation.
• Follow all safety, DOT, and corporate compliance guidelines.
• Support operations as needed, including service island duties.