Diesel Technician (Mid-Level) — Great Benefits & Growth

Ryder System, Inc.; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days

PTO starting Day 1 (up to 80 hours)

401(k) company match

Tuition repayment up to $5,000

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is hiring a Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Madison, Alabama, offering a stable career path with weekly pay and strong benefits. The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance and diagnostics of heavy-duty vehicles.

The position features a 2nd shift (12:30 pm – 9:00 pm) with a competitive hourly rate of $27.50, plus certification and quarterly bonuses, paid training, and a robust benefits package after 30 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Vocational or Technical Certifications preferred.
• Basic tools required.
• Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines including oil changes, brake and tire work.
• Two+ years of classroom training and work experience preferred.

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 tools where applicable.
• Identifies root cause of basic failures and performs repairs as required.
• Replaces defective components as instructed.
• Interacts with customers/drivers to determine nature of the complaint.
• Uses Shop Management System and electronic documentation.
• Adheres to safety and DOT/MOT guidelines.

Skills

Mechanical repair aptitude

Diagnostics

Tools familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/Technical Certification

CDL Class A (preferred)

Tools

Diagnostic computer

Shop Management System

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. is hiring a Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Madison, Alabama, offering a stable career path with weekly pay and strong benefits. The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance and diagnostics of heavy-duty vehicles.

The position features a 2nd shift (12:30 pm – 9:00 pm) with a competitive hourly rate of $27.50, plus certification and quarterly bonuses, paid training, and a robust benefits package after 30 days.