Diesel Technician | Sign-On Bonus + Career Growth

Ryder System, Inc.; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days

PTO from day 1

401(k) match

PPE, uniforms, boot allowance

Paid training

Safety-first workplace

Stock discount

Tuition repayment

Maternity leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Jackson, Michigan is seeking a Mid-Level Diesel Technician. The role offers a stable career path, weekly pay, and comprehensive benefits.

Expect a $26.51/hour base pay with eligible sign-on, certification, and quarterly bonuses. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing heavy-duty vehicles, routine maintenance, and customer interactions. Second shift hours are 2:30 pm–11:00 pm, Monday–Friday with weekends off.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years or more of a combination of classroom training and work experience in required experience, preferred

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 instructed
• Performs 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
• Performs other support duties as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support

Skills

Mechanical repair

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostics

Customer interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational or Technical Certification

Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications

Tools

Basic tools

CDL Class A

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. in Jackson, Michigan is seeking a Mid-Level Diesel Technician. The role offers a stable career path, weekly pay, and comprehensive benefits.

Expect a $26.51/hour base pay with eligible sign-on, certification, and quarterly bonuses. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing heavy-duty vehicles, routine maintenance, and customer interactions. Second shift hours are 2:30 pm–11:00 pm, Monday–Friday with weekends off.