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Diesel Technician roles qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document recruiting efforts before filing an I-140 petition. Hands-on trade experience and formal technical training both count toward eligibility. Finding employers willing to sponsor is the first practical hurdle.
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Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Senior Level Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet at Ryder in Hampton, Virginia
Call or text “South Plainfield” to Jordon at 904-869-3454 for more details
Hear it from a Ryder Technician Employee Here:
- Hourly Pay: $35.00 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: First Shift 6:00 am – 2:30 pm
We want the right Maintenance Repair Mechanic to join us at Ryder to work on Heavy Duty Vehicles
Call or text “South Plainfield” to Jordon at 904-869-3454 for more details
Apply Here with Ryder 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
- 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!
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
Refer anyone and get rewarded with UNLIMITED bonuses up $1,500 for every Ryder hired Diesel Mechanic, Service Employee, Driver, Warehouse Associate and more!
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
- Basic diagnostics and repairs, including AC and electrical systems, required
- Three (3) years or more relevant work experience, preferred
- All other certification as required by location, required
- Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred
- All other certification as required by location, required
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy duty and medium duty equipment
- Knowledge of and the ability to apply knowledge of computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc.
- 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 vehicle maintenance and repair duties including:
- Performs standard vehicle maintenance
- Performs preventive maintenance
- Diagnoses complex mechanical and electronic problems utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable
- Completes complex and detailed mechanical inspections & repairs with minimal supervision
- Replaces defective components as instructed
- Works unsupervised on most tasks
- Performs facility maintenance duties
- Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task.
- 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).
- Acts as mentor for Tech 1 and Tech 2 levels.
- Demonstrate the ability to access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
- Other support duties as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support
- SBTIII trained within 180 days (SBT220)
- Complete 2 of the OEM On-Line diagnostic scan tool software courses as required by location fleet mi. (predominant OEM of fleet mix completed within 365 days)
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.
Position Description:
Immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Senior Level Diesel Technician to support our Truck Fleet at Ryder in Hampton, Virginia
Call or text “South Plainfield” to Jordon at 904-869-3454 for more details
Hear it from a Ryder Technician Employee Here:
- Hourly Pay: $35.00 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: First Shift 6:00 am – 2:30 pm
We want the right Maintenance Repair Mechanic to join us at Ryder to work on Heavy Duty Vehicles
Call or text “South Plainfield” to Jordon at 904-869-3454 for more details
Apply Here with Ryder 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
- 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!
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
Refer anyone and get rewarded with UNLIMITED bonuses up $1,500 for every Ryder hired Diesel Mechanic, Service Employee, Driver, Warehouse Associate and more!
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
- Basic diagnostics and repairs, including AC and electrical systems, required
- Three (3) years or more relevant work experience, preferred
- All other certification as required by location, required
- Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred
- All other certification as required by location, required
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience with mechanical repairs and diagnostics on heavy duty and medium duty equipment
- Knowledge of and the ability to apply knowledge of computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc.
- 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 vehicle maintenance and repair duties including:
- Performs standard vehicle maintenance
- Performs preventive maintenance
- Diagnoses complex mechanical and electronic problems utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable
- Completes complex and detailed mechanical inspections & repairs with minimal supervision
- Replaces defective components as instructed
- Works unsupervised on most tasks
- Performs facility maintenance duties
- Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task.
- 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).
- Acts as mentor for Tech 1 and Tech 2 levels.
- Demonstrate the ability to access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
- Other support duties as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support
- SBTIII trained within 180 days (SBT220)
- Complete 2 of the OEM On-Line diagnostic scan tool software courses as required by location fleet mi. (predominant OEM of fleet mix completed within 365 days)
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Diesel Technician
Document your trade credentials before applying
Gather ASE certifications, vocational diplomas, and employer letters confirming your diesel repair experience. PERM requires your employer to verify your qualifications match the job description, so having organized documentation speeds up the labor certification filing.
Target fleets with established PERM filing history
Large freight carriers, municipal transit agencies, and construction equipment companies file PERM applications more regularly than independent shops. Prioritize employers who have sponsored skilled trade workers before, since they already understand the DOL recruitment and prevailing-wage requirements.
Verify the prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your offered wage must meet DOL's prevailing wage for your specific location and job duties. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the wage level before your employer files the LCA, so there are no surprises that delay or derail your PERM application.
Search for green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter for Diesel Technician roles at companies with active EB-3 sponsorship history. Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have filed PERM applications for skilled trade positions, saving you the manual research of cross-referencing DOL disclosure data yourself.
Clarify the PERM timeline with your employer early
PERM labor certification typically takes six to twelve months at DOL, followed by I-140 adjudication at USCIS. Confirm your employer is prepared for this multi-step commitment before you resign from a current position or relocate based on the job offer.
Green Card Diesel Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Diesel Technician jobs qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Diesel Technician roles fall under the EB-3 skilled worker category, which covers positions requiring at least two years of training or experience. Employers must complete PERM labor certification with DOL to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available before USCIS can approve the I-140 immigrant petition on your behalf.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
Diesel Technician roles generally do not qualify for H-1B status because they do not require a four-year bachelor's degree in a specific academic field. EB-3, by contrast, is designed for skilled trade workers and leads to permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status. There is no annual lottery, and the process runs through PERM and I-140 rather than an H-1B cap registration.
How long does the PERM and green card process take for a Diesel Technician?
The full process typically takes two to four years from PERM filing to a green card, depending on DOL processing times, USCIS adjudication, and your country of birth. Workers born in countries without significant EB-3 backlogs can move through adjustment of status or consular processing relatively quickly once the I-140 is approved.
Where can I find Diesel Technician jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Diesel Technician positions by employers with verified PERM sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already committed to sponsoring skilled trade workers rather than hoping an employer will agree to sponsor you after the fact.
Can my employer sponsor me if I'm currently on a different work visa?
Yes. Your employer can file a PERM application and I-140 petition while you are on another valid status, such as H-2B or TN visa. USCIS allows concurrent filing of the I-485 adjustment of status application once your priority date becomes current, and in many cases you can continue working while your green card application is pending.