Heavy-Duty Diesel Technician – Sign-On + Growth

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days

401(k) company match

PTO from day 1

Sign-on bonus $4,000

Quarterly bonuses up to $500

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000

Paid training

Safety-first workplace

Uniforms and boot allowance

Employee discounts

Stock discount

Job summary

Ryder is seeking an experienced Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Kalamazoo, MI to maintain and repair heavy-duty vehicles. The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule, second shift (3:00 pm – 11:30 pm), and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision after 30 days.

Compensation includes hourly pay of $27.00, a $4,000 sign-on bonus, quarterly bonuses up to $500, and a $100 certification bonus per ASE cert up to $700.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of combined classroom training and hands-on mechanical repair experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Vocational or technical certification (preferred).
• CDL Class A (preferred).
• Basic tools required.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties on heavy-duty vehicles.
• Perform standard vehicle maintenance and component inspections.
• Diagnose mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic tools.
• Perform preventive maintenance and replace defective components as instructed.
• Interact with drivers to determine the nature of the issue and scope of work.
• Maintain documentation in the Shop Management System and related records.
• Adhere to safety, DOT and Ryder policies throughout all tasks.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Diagnose mechanical/electrical issues

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/Technical Certification

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

Ryder is seeking an experienced Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Kalamazoo, MI to maintain and repair heavy-duty vehicles. The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule, second shift (3:00 pm – 11:30 pm), and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision after 30 days.

Compensation includes hourly pay of $27.00, a $4,000 sign-on bonus, quarterly bonuses up to $500, and a $100 certification bonus per ASE cert up to $700.