Job Description

Position Description

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

Hear it from a Ryder Technician Employee Here:

• Hourly Pay: $37.65 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
• Sign On Bonus: Ryder Pays You $2500 at 30 days and $2500 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

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We have all the benefits other Shops do without the wait!

• Annual Merit Pay Increases Every Year
• On the Job Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K etc. Start at 30 Days
• We love our Ryder babies and offer 12 weeks of PAID Maternity Leave
• Paid Time Off Starts Accruing at DAY ONE with 80 hours per year
• Additional Day Off for U.S. Military Veterans
• 401 K offers a company match
• HIGH VALUED Stock at 15 % Employee Discount
• PPE, UNIFORMS, AND BOOT ALLOWANCE PROVIDED
• Ryder Top Technician Recognition Programs rewards 12 Top Techs each year with Cash Prizes from $250 to $50,000!
• Technician Tuition Repayment Program up to $5,000! Ask your recruiter about it 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

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Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• 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
• Diagnostics and repairs, including AC, electrical systems
• Advanced skilled level repairs to include some major engine repairs, diesel after treatment or automotive fuel injection repairs, required
• Four (4) years or more Relevant work experience, preferred
• Must be able to read codes and instructions on the computer
• Must have computer experience in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, internet and other related
• Must have minimum tool requirement
• Maintenance computerized programs in order to create reports or communicate with customers, vendors and company representatives
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Vocational or Technical Certification Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications, preferred
• 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
• Diagnostics and repairs, including AC, electrical systems
• Advanced skilled level repairs to include some major engine repairs, diesel after treatment or automotive fuel injection repairs, required
• Four (4) years or more Relevant work experience, preferred
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A,preferred
• All other certification as required by location, required

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a Valid Driver's License and the ability to meet Ryder's driving qualifications
• Must meet at minimum Tech II up to Tech IV qualifications plus a minimum of 6 months supervisory or training experience
• Ability to work flexible schedules including shift work, weekends, holidays and on-call rotations for roadside assistance
• Must be proficient in SMO, SBT, payroll system, warranty recovery and employee handbook
• Must have a thorough understanding of Unit utilization procedures
• 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

Internal Candidates:

Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6 months in their current position and possess a record of good performance, attendance, safety and teamwork

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

• Responsible 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 purposes
• In 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/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, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Posted Date 2 weeks ago (1/6/2026 6:05 PM)

Requisition ID 2026-193639

Location (Posting Location) : State/Province IA

Location (Posting Location) : City DES MOINES

Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 50313

Category Technicians/Service Employees7

Employment Type Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements 0-10%

Position Code 1000696

Min Pay USD $37.65/Hr.

Max Pay USD $37.65/Hr.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Permanent employment, Full time, Work experience placement, Immediate start, Relocation package, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Shift work, Afternoon shift,

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