Diesel Refrigeration Specialist

Position Description

Immediately hiring a Permanent Full-Time Refrigeration Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet at Ryder in Kendallville, IN

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• Hourly Pay: $34.00 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
• Sign On Bonus: Ryder Pays You $2000 at 30 days and $2000 at 90 days
• Schedule: Sunday - Thursday
• Hours: First Shift 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

At Ryder, Reefer Technicians diagnose, overhaul, adjust, and repair all types of trucks and trailer equipment, with a focus on refrigeration units such as Thermo King and Carrier.

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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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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
• 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:

• Ability to perform all T3 tasks
• Must have demonstrated advanced analytical and repair skills in vehicle maintenance
• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• Must have basic computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be available to work shift work/weekends and on call duty as required
• Prefer ASE Certification in PM, Brakes, A/C, electrical, Electronics or ASE Master Mechanic
• Required to operate shop computers and diagnostic test equipment proficiently
• Must have minimum tool requirement
• Must road test vehicles as necessary
• Demonstrated ability to coach/mentor/influence others
• 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

• SBTIII trained within 180 days (SBT220)
• Complete all OEM on-line diagnostic scan tool software courses as required by location fleet mix. (completed within 365days)
• Complete Instructor led OEM courses as required to support location fleet mix.
• Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties including:
• Performs standard vehicle maintenance
• Performs preventive maintenance
• Performs complex repairs with minimal (if any) support.
• Demonstrate the ability to access and use internal and external maintenance documents
• Diagnoses and repairs complex mechanical and electronic problems with minimal (if any) support, utilizing diagnostic computers/software when applicable.
• Performs remote triage to with RCRC and customers to determine best solution to assist roadside breakdowns.
• Performs facility maintenance duties
• Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task.
• Instructs and advises other technicians regarding maintenance repair procedures and diagnostics
• Coaches/Mentors other level technicians
• Advise shop management and other technicians on shop repairs
• 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)
• 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 1 month ago (7/30/2025 7:05 AM)

Requisition ID

Location (Posting Location) : State/Province IN

Location (Posting Location) : City KENDALLVILLE

Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 46755

Category Technicians/Service Employees6

Employment Type Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements 0-10%

Position Code

Min Pay USD $34.00/Hr.

Max Pay USD $34.00/Hr.