Diesel Mechanic - Nazareth - Ryder System

Description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring an experienced Mid-Level Diesel Technicianin Nazareth, Pennsylvania — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a Technician career you can feel good about.

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Hourly Pay:
 $28.00 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 Weekends OFF


Hours:
Second Shift 1:30 pm – 10:00 pm

We want the right Maintenance Repair Mechanic to join us at Ryder to work on Heavy Duty Vehicles.

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All the benefits you expect — without the wait.

Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days

80 hours PTO your first year, starting Day 1

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

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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

Requires 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

Two (2) years or more of a combination of classroom training and work experience in required experience, preferred

NonCommercial Driver License CLASS E, preferred

Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred

Other State driver's license, as required

One (1) year or more federal PM certification requirements through any combination of classroom training or work experience totaling 1 year

One (1) year or more mechanical experience working offsite at customer locations preferred

Able to take home assigned mobile service truck, as applicable, and secure vehicle and contents

Must be able to drive Ryder vehicles

Proven hands-on mechanic, customer service, and account management skills

Demonstrates customer service skills

Strong relationship management skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment

Self-starter and self-sufficient approach

Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills

Detailed oriented with excellent follow-up practicesEntrepreneurial spirit


Ability to:
Understand and adhere to Company policies in all areas

Complete repair orders with the Company established systems

Create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)

Work independently and as a member of a team

Prioritize workload

Preventive Maintenance (PM230&PM298) within 90 Days

Brakes-Air (BA220&BA298) within 90 Days

Brake mechanics/inspectors FMCS 396.25

Hydraulic Brake (BH220&BH298) where appropriate within 90 Days

Tire & Wheel TW220 within 90 Days

CF609 & A/C trained and qualified (AC220&AC298) within 180 Days

Battery Charge and Check, Warranty

HD electrical - DR208 within 90 Days

Svc Island Support SBTIII trained (SBT220) and SBT Phase 2 within 180 Days

OEM on-line engine courses (minimum 2)

This position requires for you to drive Ryder vehicles.

In order to become a Ryder employee you must:

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

Interact with non-contractual Ryder customer, exhibit account management skills to independently facilitate preventative maintenance, repair issue resolution, and discuss any repair estimates with customer.

Coordinate work schedule as required by customers.

Road test vehicles to identify cause of complaints for repairs, ensure quality of repair work performed, and deliver customer satisfaction.

Preventive maintenance (PM) and vehicle repairs responsibilities include but is not limited to:

A/C & Heater:

Operate the system and recognize if the system is cooling or not (PM related); Perform basic system checks such as power to compressor, visual inspection of condenser, belt tension, etc.; Identify Freon and oil leaks.

Brakes-Air:

Identify components of air brake system; Operate brakes and identify irregular noises, air leaks; Perform simple air system tests; Measure lining thickness; Adjust brakes; Perform air brake sections of P.M.; Measure drums, rotors, cam bushings Perform brake repairs per (BA298) once trained and qualified.

Brakes-Hydraulic:

Road test for proper operation; Make visual inspections for leaks; Check park brake operation; Check fluid level; Measure lining thickness; Adjust service brakes; Perform brake repairs per (BH298) once trained and qualified; Adjust park brakes.

Cargo Handling/Transfer, Liftgates:

Identify leaks; Operate lift gate; Identify make and model; Add fluid to bring to proper level; Make minor adjustments to lift platform and its controls; Identify basic malfunctions.

Charging Systems (electrical): Visually inspect batteries; Clean connections; Check condition of belts; Test batteries; Check alternator mounting and pulley; Replace and adjust belts; Perform basic charging system check.

Clutch:
Lubricate throw-out bearing, linkage, shafts, and cables; Identify proper clutch operation; Identify proper clutch brake operation.

Cooling Systems:

Check and adjust coolant levels; Visually inspect system for leaks; Make minor repairs such as hose replacements, fan shrouds, leaking fittings; Recognize permanent antifreezes and their requirements; Use refractometer; Use pressure tester; Flush and refill systems.

Cranking System (electrical): Inspect and test batteries; Visually inspect cables and cranking motor; Clean the battery cables, connections and starter; Replace batteries; Charge and check batteries; Replace or repair defective cables.

Lighting System and Electrical Accessories:

Repair minor wiring problems; Replace bulbs, lenses and simple light assemblies; Repair minor lighting problems; Replace and adjust sealed beams; Install or replace accessories such as heated mirrors, fans, spotlights.

Drive Axles:
Inspect housings for leaks; Change oil and filter, if required, and clean breathers.

Driveline:
Lubricate drive line; Inspect components for wear or damage.

Gas Engines-All Engines:
Check and adjust oil levels; Identify unusual noises, and oil leaks.

Fuel Systems:

Replace and prime fuel filter; Check gas and diesel fuel system components such as fuel lines, pickup tubes, return lines, etc..

for proper integrity and condition.

Preventive Maintenance:
Proper lube techniques; Minimal tire inspection; Brake check/applied stroke; Battery check; Under vehicle check/loose components; Initial Fault code identification; All PMs (PM298) including C supplements to exclude overheads, engine brake overhauls, DPF servicing, clean doser injector, servicing ArvinMeritor unitized hubs, inspect Lece Neville alternator brushes, inspect modulator system for proper operation, inspect/adjust shift selector cable, pop test Isuzu injectors

Steering and Non-driven Axles and Alignment: Lubricate grease fittings, check and adjust fluid levels; Check and adjust toe; Check all steering components for wear; Check and adjust trailer axle alignment; Adjust wheel bearings including replacement of wheel seal.

Suspension-Chassis and Cab:

Identify makes and models; Identify normal operation; Identify and repair minor air leaks; Identify malfunctions of basic nature, broken springs, excessive wear on bushings, etc.

Tire and Wheel Maintenance:

Perform air pressure checks; Check tread depth; Identify tires that need to be changed or repaired; Perform tire P.M.

checks; Replace tire and wheel assemblies; Mount/dismount and rotate tires; Perform tire/wheel checks/repairs per (TW298)

Vehicle Coupling System (PM): Lubricate fifth wheel plate and slider mechanism; Operate slider mechanism.

Utilize key functions of Shop Management System and electronic documentation available. - Perform work in accordance with all federal/ provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e. safety, DOT). Use internal and external maintenance documents.

Ensure proper maintenance of all service, safety and environmental records required to meet and/or exceed corporate, federal, state, and local government mandated requirements.

Accountable for key maintenance measurements established by company policy, related to the inspection and performance of PMs, brakes, tires, wheels, including any maintenance items directly associated with the safety of the customer.

Performs other 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

5 days ago

(2/23/2026 3:05 PM)

Requisition ID

Location (Posting Location) : State/Province

PA

Location (Posting Location) : City

Nazareth

Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code

18064

Category

Technicians/Service Employees9

Employment Type

Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements

0-10%

Position Code

1001312

Min Pay

USD $28.00/Hr.

Max Pay

USD $28.00/Hr.