Diesel Mechanic Technician

Position Description

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

For More Info Call Alondra or Text "Des Moines" to

Hear It From a Ryder Technician Employee Here: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Careers.

Video/Tech In Charge

• Hourly Pay: $37.65 per hour
• Certification Bonus: $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

We want the right Maintenance Repair Mechanic to join us at Ryder to work on Heavy Duty Vehicles.

• Annual Merit Pay Increases Every Year
• On the Job Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K etc. starts at 30 days
• 12 weeks of PAID Maternity Leave for 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
• 15 % Employee Discount on high‑valued stock
• PPE, uniforms, boot allowance provided
• Top Technician Recognition Program – cash prizes from $250 to $50,000
• Technician Tuition Repayment Program up to $5,000

• to See All Ryder Careers:
• For More Info Call Alondra or Text "Des Moines" to

We want YOU to join our family made up of proud women and men in logistics who work alongside Military Reserve and Veterans we hire everyday.

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.

• 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Vocational or Technical Certification/Post‑Secondary degree (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 – AC, electrical systems
  • Advanced skilled level repairs – major engine repairs, diesel after‑treatment, automotive fuel injection (required)
• Four (4) years or more relevant work experience (preferred)
• Ability to read codes and instructions on a computer
• Computer proficiency:
  Microsoft Word, Excel, internet and related applications
• Maintenance computerized programs to create reports or communicate with customers, vendors and company representatives
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A (preferred)
• All other certification as required by location (required)

• Valid Driver’s License and ability to meet Ryder’s driving qualifications
• Minimum Tech II up to Tech IV qualifications plus at least 6 months supervisory or training experience
• 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 obtain CDL within 6 months after hire
• Pass a Ryder drug test, DOT physical, Ryder road test, and background/Motor Vehicle check with drug/alcohol verification from previous employers for the last 3 years

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.

• 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.
• Oversee parts distribution & inventory, shop reporting, warranty recovery, unit tracking, payroll administration and other duties assigned by the Supervisor/Manager.

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.