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Ryder System Diesel Technician Mechanic in SOUTH PLAINFIELD, New Jersey
Position Description
Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Entry Level Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet at Ryder in South Plainfield, NJ
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Hourly Pay: $30.00 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
Schedule :Monday - Friday
Hours: Second Shift Shift 2:30 pm – 11:00 pm
We want the right Maintenance Repair Mechanic to join us at Ryder to work on Heavy Duty Vehicles
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Call or text “South Plainfield T1” to 904-869-3515 to speak with a recruiter today.
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 for qualifying employees (eligibility requirements, including work tenure, apply)
Paid Time Off Starts Accruing at DAY ONE with 80 hours per year
Additional Day Off for U.S. Military Veterans
401K 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
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Basic tools, required
One (1) year or more experience in transportation maintenance, preferred
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to understand and communicate effectively, work shift work/weekend as required, perform all entry level tasks, and demonstrate mechanical aptitude
Knowledge of and the ability to apply knowledge of computers
Some experience in transportation maintenance 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 basic vehicle maintenance
Performs component identification and minor repairs
Performs preventive maintenance with training and support
Performs facility maintenance duties
Perform all entry level tasks
Diagnoses minor mechanical and electronic problems, utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable
Performs other related duties as assigned
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 6 hours ago (3/3/2026 1:25 PM)
Requisition ID 2026-197086
Location (Posting Location) : State/Province NJ
Location (Posting Location) : City SOUTH PLAINFIELD
Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 07080
Category Technicians/Service Employees3
Employment Type Regular-Full time
Travel Requirements 0-10%
Position Code 1000193
Min Pay USD $30.00/Hr.
Max Pay USD $30.00/Hr.