Diesel Mechanic Technician CDL A

Position Description

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Senior Level Diesel Technician to support our truck fleet at Ryder in Battle Creek, Michigan. Contact Nick or text "BC" to .

• Hourly Pay: $33.50 per hour
• Sign On Bonus:
  Ryder pays $2,000 at 30 days and $2,000 at 90 days
• CDL A required
• Certification Bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700
• Quarterly Bonus:
  Ryder pays up to $500 every quarter (four times per year)
• Schedule:
  
  Monday–Friday, weekends off
• Hours:
  
  Second Shift 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K, and other benefits start at 30 days
• Paid time off starts accruing at day one with 80 hours per year
• 12 weeks of paid maternity leave for qualifying employees
• Additional day off for U.S. military veterans
• 401 K matching and 15 % employee discount on stock
• PPE, uniform, and boot allowance provided
• Ryder Top Technician Recognition Program rewards 12 top techs each year with cash prizes from $250 to $50,000
• Technician tuition repayment program up to $5,000

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Vocational or technical certification or post‑secondary degree (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
• 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‑duty and medium‑duty equipment
• Knowledge of computer skills (PC, Windows, mouse, etc.)

• Must 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

• Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties including standard and preventive maintenance
• Diagnose complex mechanical and electronic problems using diagnostic computer when applicable
• Complete complex and detailed mechanical inspections and 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 complaint when assigned a task
• Utilize key functions of shop management system and electronic documentation available
• Work in accordance with all federal, provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (safety, DOT, MOT)
• Act as mentor for Tech 1 and Tech 2 levels
• Access and use internal and external maintenance documents
• Support duties as required to support operations (e.g., service island support)
• Complete SBTIII training within 180 days (SBT
  220)
• Complete 2 OEM on‑line diagnostic scan tool software courses as required by location (within 365 days)

Some positions require additional screening, including employment and education verification; motor‑vehicle records check; 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 disability.