Technician Mechanic

Impact Fulfillment Services; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Certification Bonus ($100 per ASE up)

Quarterly Bonus up to $500

Sign-on Bonus $4000

PTO from day 1

401(k) match

Uniforms and boot allowance

Top Tech Competition payout

Maternity leave eligibility

Job summary

Ryder is hiring an experienced Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Kalamazoo, MI. The role offers steady hours, a competitive hourly wage, and a comprehensive benefits package. You will work on heavy duty vehicles, performing preventive maintenance and repairs, with opportunities for certification bonuses and career growth.

The position features a second shift (3:00 pm - 11:30 pm), weekly pay, PTO from day one, 401(k) matching, and various employee discounts. Ryder values safety and diversity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Vocational or technical certifications preferred.
• Basic tools required.
• Two years or more of classroom training and related work experience preferred.
• Valid CDL Class A preferred; ability to obtain CDL within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties.
• Performs standard vehicle maintenance and diagnostics.
• Identifies root causes of basic failures and performs repairs.
• Interacts with customers/drivers to determine the nature of the complaint.
• Uses Shop Management System and electronic documentation.
• Adheres to safety, DOT, MOT and corporate guidelines.
• Performs other support duties to assist operations.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Preventive maintenance

Customer interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational or technical certification

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Ryder is hiring an experienced Mid-Level Diesel Technicianin Kalamazoo, MI — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a Technician career you can feel good about.

Hear it from a Ryder Technician Employee Here:

• Hourly Pay:$27.00 per hour
• Certification Bonus of $100 for each New ASE Certification Obtained up to $700
• Quarterly Bonus: Ryder Pays you up to $500 Every Quarter - Four Times Per Year
• $4000 Sign On Bonus: Ryder Pays You $2000 at 30 days and $2000 at 90 days
• Schedule: Monday through Friday
• Hours: Second Shift3:00 pm - 11:30 pm

We want the right Maintenance Repair Mechanic to join us at Ryder to work on Heavy Duty Vehicles.

• Earn PTO starting Day 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year
• Yearly merit pay increases
• 401 (k) company match
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
• 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

We want YOU to join our family made up of Proud Women and Men in Logistics who work alongside Military Reserve and Veterans we hire everyday

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

Our Culture & Commitment:

At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.

Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.

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, which should include 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 for you to drive Ryder vehicles. In order to become a Ryder employee you must:
• Must be able to obtain 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 and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

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
• 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 (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT)
• Performs 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.