Diesel Technician​/Diesel Mechanic Ames, IA

Ames, IA

Ruan is looking for diesel technicians to be based out of Ankeny, IA, to support maintenance for our dedicated customers.

Get paid weekly while earning up to $35 per hour, based on experience.

Ruan values your commitment to our success, and we're equally committed to you. That's why we offer competitive, affordable benefits, including health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance; prescription drug coverage; paid time off including holidays and earned vacation; 401(k) matching; and more.

Sunday - Wednesday schedule from 6:30am to 4:30pm. Enjoy weekend time off!

At Ruan, we believe investing in our technicians is investing in the future of our operation. That's why we provide training opportunities designed to help technicians continuously grow their skills, expand certifications, and advance their careers. From OEM and diagnostic training to leadership development and emerging technology education, we encourage every technician to take the next step in their professional journey.

Whether you're building on years of experience or just getting started, Ruan is committed to supporting your growth.

Ruan's tool and work boot program helps technicians obtain the tools they need to be safe and successful! Each technician that joins the Ruan team will receive a $1,000 tool reimbursement and a work boot voucher. Additionally, uniforms are provided.

People First, Safety Focus, 90+ Years Strong. Our shops at Ruan are locally ran where there is a sense of ownership and camaraderie. Being a family-owned company, these positions offer a feeling of security and culture that working at a dealership cannot beat.

About the Shop

This position will be located in the new Ruan Ankeny Operating Center. A state-of-the-art maintenance shop.

• 9,900 square foot shop state-of-the-art maintenance shop
• Two full length 100' bays and a half bay for power unit repairs/inspections
• Service 100 trucks, including a few from other Iowa operations.
• Features 56,000 lift for inspections and repairs, making the job for Ruan technicians as well as improved ergonomics.
• Room to organize and streamline our equipment and tooling
• Multiple pressure washer wands on a trolley system for ease of use and access to all parts
• The 100-foot wash bay has an underbody wand and salt remover treatment that will help reduce corrosion

You can start your career with Ruan and advance as far as your goals will take you. Ruan is proud to offer career paths that benefit our team members.

EOE | Dedicated to Diversity

Ruan's number one strength is our people. Therefore, it's our number one priority to make sure our team members feel safe, valued, and empowered. With focused efforts on safety, benefits, continuous improvement, and fostering an inclusive, positive culture, every team member ends their day knowing they made a difference. Whether you're a professional truck driver, skilled technician, warehouse worker, or office team member, you're part of a family of dedicated, hard-working professionals who, together, perform essential work for our customers, families, and neighbors.

We are Ruan. We are you.