Diesel Mechanic

Diesel Mechanic –
Ryder System, Inc.

Location: Albany, NY 12204

Position Description

We are immediately hiring a Permanent Full‑Time Experienced Mid‑Level Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet in Albany, New York. The role supports a second shift, Monday–Friday (weekends off).

Compensation & Bonuses

• Hourly Pay: $33.28 per hour
• Certification Bonus: $100 per new ASE certification, up to $700
• Quarterly Bonus: up to $500 every quarter (four times per year)
• Sign‑On Bonus: $1,250 at 30 days and $1,250 at 90 days
• Tool Box/Tool Allowance
• Second Shift: 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm

Benefits

• Annual Merit Pay Increases
• On‑the‑Job Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) (start 30 days)
• 12 weeks paid maternity leave (eligibility required)
• Paid Time Off: accrues from Day 1, 80 hours/year
• Additional day off for U.S. military veterans
• 401(k) company match
• 15 % employee discount on Ryder high‑valued stock
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance provided
• Top Technician Recognition Program: 12 top techs each year receive cash prizes from $250 to $50,000
• Technician Tuition Repayment Program up to $5,000

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Vocational or technical post‑secondary degree or certifications (preferred)
• Basic tools required
• Demonstrated aptitude in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines, including routine preventative maintenance (oil changes, brake and tire work)
• Two (2) years or more of classroom training and work experience (preferred)
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A (preferred)
• Must obtain a CDL within 6 months of hire
• Pass a Ryder drug test, DOT physical, road test, background, and motor‑vehicle check (last 3 years)

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties
• Carry out standard vehicle maintenance and component inspections and repairs
• Complete preventive maintenance tasks
• Diagnose mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic computer where applicable
• Identify root cause of failures and perform necessary repairs
• Replace defective components as instructed
• Maintain facility tasks
• Interact with customers/drivers to determine complaint nature
• Use Shop Management System and electronic documentation
• Follow federal, provincial, and corporate compliance guidelines (safety, DOT, MOT)
• Perform other support duties as required, e.g., Service Island support

Contact

For more information, call William or text "Albany T2" at 904‑541‑8565.

EEO Statement

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a 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, protected veteran status, or disability.

Posted Date 2 days ago (1/6/2026 3:03 PM)

Requisition 2026‑193709