Diesel Mechanic

Ryder•Waukesha, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician in Waukesha, Wisconsin. The role performs basic maintenance and minor repairs on heavy-duty vehicles, with training and support for preventive maintenance. Ryder provides diagnostics and tools for its maintenance repair mechanics. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with weekends off, on the second shift from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Pay is $27.19 per hour, with certification and quarterly bonus opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Basic tools required.
One or more years of transportation maintenance experience preferred.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) preferred; must be able to obtain a CDL within six months after hire.
Ability to understand and communicate effectively.
Ability to work shift work and weekends as required.
Ability to perform all entry-level tasks and demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
Knowledge of and ability to use computers.
Must 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 three years.
Some positions may require additional screening, such as employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, a road test, or customer badging or background requirements.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
One or more years of transportation maintenance experience.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL).

Responsibilities

Perform basic vehicle maintenance.
Identify components and perform minor repairs.
Perform preventive maintenance with training and support.
Perform facility maintenance duties.
Perform all entry-level tasks.
Diagnose minor mechanical and electronic problems, using a diagnostic computer when applicable.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
PTO accrual starting on Day 1, up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
Yearly merit pay increases.
401(k) company match.
PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance.
Paid training.
Certification bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500, four times per year.
Top Tech Competition awards of $250–$50,000 per year.
Extra paid day off for U.S. military veterans.
15% company stock discount.
Up to $5,000 in technician tuition repayment.
12 weeks of paid maternity leave, subject to eligibility criteria including work tenure.
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more.
Employee referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for each Ryder hire, with unlimited bonuses.