Technician Diesel Mechanic
Position DescriptionRyder is hiring a Diesel Technician in Peoria, Illnois — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a Technician career you can feel good about.Call or text “Peoria” to904-932-0435to speak with a recruiter today.Click here to see and hear it from a Ryder Technician Employee:https://RyderCareers.Video/TechInChargeTechnician In Charge Positions Pay Each WeekHourly Pay: $36.00 per hourCertification Bonus of $100 for each New ASE Certification Obtained up to $700Quarterly Bonus: Ryder Pays you up to $500 Every Quarter - Four Times Per YearSchedule: Monday–Friday Weekends OFFHours: First Shift 7:00 am – 3:30 pmWe want the right Maintenance Repair Mechanic to join us at Ryder and work on Heavy Duty Vehicles while supporting the other Technicians in the shopApply Here with Ryder TodaySpots are filling fast — click apply now to secure your spot.All the benefits you expect — without the wait.Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days80 hours PTO your first year, starting Day 1Yearly merit pay increases401 (k) company matchPPE, uniforms, and boot allowanceBuild your skills - paid trainingSafety‑first workplace & State-of-the-art equipmentTop Tech Competition: Earn $250 – $50,000 per yearU.S. military veterans - extra paid day off15% company stock discountUp to $5,000 in Tech tuition repayment12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure)Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & moreClick Here to See All Ryder Diesel Technician Careers:https://www.ryder.com/careers/diesel-techniciansWe want YOU to join our family made up of Proud Women and Men in Logistics who work alongside Military Reserve and Veterans we hire everydayLet Ryder pay you more and Refer a Future Employee today. We pay Unlimited Bonuses for Hired Employees.EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/VeteranRequirements18 years of age or olderHigh school diploma or equivalent preferredVocational or Technical Certification Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications, preferredBasic tools, requiredDemonstrated 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 workDiagnostics and repairs, including AC, electrical systemsAdvanced skilled level repairs to include some major engine repairs, diesel after treatment or automotive fuel injection repairs, requiredFour (4) years or more Relevant work experience, preferredMust be able to read codes and instructions on the computerMust have computer experience in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, internet and other relatedMust have minimum tool requirementMaintenance computerized programs in order to create reports or communicate with customers, vendors and company representativesHigh school diploma or equivalent preferredVocational or Technical Certification Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications, preferredDemonstrated 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 workDiagnostics and repairs, including AC, electrical systemsAdvanced skilled level repairs to include some major engine repairs, diesel after treatment or automotive fuel injection repairs, requiredFour (4) years or more Relevant work experience, preferredValid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A,preferredAll other certification as required by location, requiredADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Must have a Valid Driver's License and the ability to meet Ryder's driving qualificationsMust meet at minimum Tech II up to Tech IV qualifications plus a minimum of 6 months supervisory or training experienceAbility to work flexible schedules including shift work, weekends, holidays and on-call rotations for roadside assistanceMust be proficient in SMO, SBT, payroll system, warranty recovery and employee handbookMust have a thorough understanding of Unit utilization proceduresThis 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 hirePass a Ryder Drug TestPass a DOT physicalPass a Ryder road testPass a Ryder Background and Motor vehicle check including Drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last 3 yearsInternal Candidates:Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6 months in their current position and possess a record of good performance, attendance, safety and teamworkImportant 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.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for assisting and training Technicians as needed, providing customer service to the daily customers, and giving feedback to the Service Manager on the performance of employees for appraisal or disciplinary purposesIn addition, the Technician in Charge may also oversee parts distribution & inventory, shop reporting, warranty recovery, unit tracking, payroll administration and other duties assigned by the Supervisor/ManagerRyder 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 Date3 weeks ago(3/27/2026 4:51 PM)Requisition ID2026-198470Location (Posting Location) : State/ProvinceILLocation (Posting Location) : CityPEORIALocation (Posting Location) : Postal Code61615CategoryTechnicians/Service Employees7Employment TypeRegular-Full timeTravel Requirements0-10%Position Code1000696Min PayUSD $36.00/Hr.Max PayUSD $36.00/Hr.