Diesel Mechanic In Charge

Position Description

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Master Level Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet at Ryder in Des Moines, Iowa.

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• Hourly Pay: $37.65 per hour
• Certification Bonus of $100 for each new ASE Certification up to $700
• Quarterly Bonus: up to $500 Every Quarter - Four Times Per Year
• Sign On Bonus: $2,500 at 30 days and $2,500 at 90 days
• Schedule:
  
  Monday–Friday, Weekends OFF
• Hours:
  
  Second Shift 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm
• Annual Merit Pay Increases Every Year
• On the Job Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) etc. Start at 30 Days
• 12 weeks of PAID Maternity Leave for qualifying employees
• Paid Time Off Starts Accruing at Day One with 80 hours per year
• Additional Day Off for U.S. Military Veterans
• 401(k) offers a company match
• High Valued Stock at 15% Employee Discount
• PPE, Uniforms, and Boot Allowance Provided
• Ryder Top Technician Recognition Programs rewards 12 Top Techs each year with Cash Prizes from $250 to $50,000!
• Technician Tuition Repayment Program up to $5,000

• 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Vocational or Technical Certification / Post‑Secondary degree or certifications, preferred
• Basic tools required
• Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines, including:
  • Routine preventative maintenance (oil changes, brake and tire work)
  • Diagnostics and repairs, including AC and electrical systems
  • Advanced skilled level repairs (major engine, diesel after‑treatment, automotive fuel injection)
• Four (4) years or more relevant work experience, preferred
• Ability to read codes and instructions on a computer
• Computer experience in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, internet, and related programs
• Maintenance computerized programs to create reports or communicate with customers, vendors and company representatives
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A preferred
• All other certifications as required by location

• Must have a Valid Driver's License and meet Ryder's driving qualifications
• Must meet minimum Tech II up to Tech IV qualifications plus at least 6 months supervisory or training experience
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including shift work, weekends, holidays and on‑call rotations for roadside assistance
• Proficiency in SMO, SBT, payroll system, warranty recovery and employee handbook
• Thorough understanding of unit utilization procedures
• Must drive Ryder vehicles; must obtain CDL within 6 months after hire
• Pass a Ryder Drug Test, DOT Physical, Ryder Road Test, and Ryder Background and Motor Vehicle Check including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last 3 years

• Assist and train technicians as needed, provide customer service to daily customers, and give feedback to the Service Manager on employee performance for appraisal or disciplinary purposes
• May also oversee parts distribution & inventory, shop reporting, warranty recovery, unit tracking, payroll administration and other duties assigned by the Supervisor/Manager

Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6 months in their current position and possess a record of good performance, attendance, safety and teamwork.

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.

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, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Posted Date: 6 days ago (3/3/2026 3:33 PM)