Diesel Reefer Technician

Position Description

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Senior Level Diesel Reefer Technician to support our Truck Fleet at Ryder in Gainesville, Florida.

At Ryder, a Reefer Technician will diagnose, overhaul, adjust and repair all series of truck and trailer equipment while focusing on all refrigeration units such as Carrier.

• Hourly Pay: $33.50 per hour
• Certification Bonus of $100 for each new ASE Certification obtained (up to $700)
• Quarterly Bonus:
  Up to $500 every quarter – four times per year
• Schedule:
  
  Monday–Friday, weekends OFF
• Hours:
  
  First Shift 6:45 am – 3:15 pm

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Questions? Call Michelle or text “Gainesville” to 904‑322‑8324.

• Annual Merit Pay Increases Every Year
• On‑Job Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K – Start at 30 days
• 12 weeks of PAID Maternity Leave (qualifying employees)
• Paid Time Off Starts Accruing at Day One – 80 hours per year
• Additional Day Off for U.S. Military Veterans
• 401 K company match
• High‑valued Stock at 15 % Employee Discount
• 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 – Ask your recruiter about it today!

Refer anyone and get rewarded with unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every Ryder hired Diesel Mechanic, Service Employee, Driver, Warehouse Associate and more.

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Vocational or technical certification, post‑secondary degree or technical certifications (preferred)
• Basic tools, required
• Demonstrated aptitude and experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines, including
  • Routine preventative maintenance (oil changes, brake and tire work)
  • Basic diagnostics and repairs, including AC and electrical systems (required)
• Three (3) years or more relevant work experience (preferred)
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A (preferred)
• All other certifications required by location (required)
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy‑ and medium‑duty equipment
• Knowledge of computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc.
• Must be able to obtain a 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

Additional requirements may be required in different locations and/or accounts.

• Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties, including standard and preventive maintenance
• Diagnose complex mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic computers when applicable
• Complete complex and detailed mechanical inspections & repairs with minimal supervision
• Replace defective components as instructed
• Work unsupervised on most tasks
• Perform facility maintenance duties
• Interact with customers/drivers to determine nature of complaints once assigned a task
• Utilize key functions of the Shop Management System and electronic documentation
• Work in accordance with all federal, provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (e.g., safety, DOT, MOT)
• Act as mentor for Tech 1 and Tech 2 levels
• Demonstrate ability to access and use internal and external maintenance documents
• Other support duties as required to support operations (e.g., Service Island support)
• SBTIII trained within 180 days (SBT
  220)
• Complete two of the OEM on‑line diagnostic scan‑tool software courses as required by location fleet mix (predominant OEM of fleet completed within 365 days)

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, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Posted Date: 2 weeks ago (1/28/2026 2:36 PM)

Requisition ‑195153

Location:

Gainesville, FL 32609

Category:
Technicians/Service Employees

Employment Type:

Regular‑Full time

Travel Requirements: 0‑10%

Position Code: 1000356

Min Pay: USD $33.50/Hr.

Max Pay: USD $33.50/Hr.