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Position Description
Ryder is hiring an experienced Mid-Level Diesel Technicianin Kalamazoo, MI — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a Technician career you can feel good about.
Hear it from a Ryder Technician Employee Here:
Hourly Pay: $27.00 per hour
Certification Bonus of $100 for each New ASE Certification Obtained up to $700
Quarterly Bonus: Ryder Pays you up to $500 Every Quarter - Four Times Per Year
$4000 Sign On Bonus: Ryder Pays You $2000 at 30 days and $2000 at 90 days
Schedule: Monday through Friday
Hours: Second Shift3:00 pm - 11:30 pm
We want the right Maintenance Repair Mechanic to join us at Ryder to work on Heavy Duty Vehicles.
Spots are filling fast — click apply now to secure your spot.
Questions? Call “Michelle” or text “Kalamazoo” to to speak with your recruiter today.
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Spots are filling fast — click apply now to secure your spot.
All the benefits you expect — without the wait.
Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days
Earn PTO starting Day 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year
Yearly merit pay increases
401 (k) company match
PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
Build your skills - paid training
Safety‑first workplace & State-of-the-art equipment
Top Tech Competition: Earn $250 – $50,000 per year
U.S. military veterans - extra paid day off
15% company stock discount
Up to $5,000 in Tech tuition repayment
12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure)
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more
Spots are filling fast — click apply now to secure your spot.
Questions? Call “Michelle” or text “KALAMAZOO” to to speak with your recruiter today.
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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 $1,500 for every Ryder hired Diesel Mechanic, Service Employee, Driver, Warehouse Associate and more!
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Our Culture & Commitment:
At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.
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Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Vocational or Technical Certification Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications, preferred
Basic tools, required
Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines including:
Routine preventative maintenance, which should include oil changes, brake and tire work, required
Two (2) years or more of a combination of classroom training and work experience in required experience, preferred
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A,preferred
This position requires for you to drive Ryder vehicles. In order to become a Ryder employee you must:
Must be able to obtain 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
Important Note: 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.
Responsibilities
Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties
Performs standard vehicle maintenance
Performs standard component inspections and repairs
Performs preventive maintenance
Diagnoses standard mechanical and electronic problems, utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable
Identifies root cause of basic failures/conditions and perform repairs as required
Replaces defective components as instructed
Performs facility maintenance duties
Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task
Utilizes key functions of Shop Management System and electronic documentation available
Works in accordance with all federal/ provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT)
Performs other support duties as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support
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, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Posted Date 3 weeks ago (9/10/2026 2:40 PM)
Requisition ID
Location (Posting Location) : State/Province MI
Location (Posting Location) : City Kalamazoo
Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 49001
Category Technicians/Service Employees4
Employment Type Regular-Full time
Travel Requirements 0-10%
Position Code
Min Pay USD $27.00/Hr.
Max Pay USD $27.00/Hr.
Worksite address
kalamazoo, MI, 49001, US
Who can apply
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