H-1B Visa Diesel Technician Jobs
Diesel Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent in a directly related field. Employers in trucking, transit, construction, and fleet management file LCAs with the DOL certifying prevailing wage compliance before sponsoring. Competition for cap-subject slots means timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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Ryder is hiring an experienced Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Saginaw, Michigan — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a Technician career you can feel good about.
Hear it from a Ryder Technician Employee Here:
- Hourly Pay: $26.50 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: Monday–Friday
- Hours: Second Shift 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm
We want the right Maintenance Repair Mechanic to join us at Ryder to work on Heavy Duty Vehicles.
Apply Here with Ryder Today
Spots are filling fast — click apply now to secure your spot.
Questions? Call Erica or text “Saginaw T2” to 904-322-8316 to speak with your recruiter today
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
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 every day
Refer anyone and get rewarded with UNLIMITED bonuses up to $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, required
- Two (2) years or more of a combination of classroom training and work experience in required experience, preferred
- Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, 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 vehicle maintenance and repair duties
- Performs standard vehicle maintenance
- Performs standard component inspections and repairs
- Performs preventive maintenance
- Diagnoses standard mechanical and electronic problems, utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable
- Identifies root cause of basic failures/conditions and perform repairs as required
- Replaces defective components as instructed
- 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)
- Performs 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.
Position Description:
Ryder is hiring an experienced Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Saginaw, Michigan — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a Technician career you can feel good about.
Hear it from a Ryder Technician Employee Here:
- Hourly Pay: $26.50 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: Monday–Friday
- Hours: Second Shift 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm
We want the right Maintenance Repair Mechanic to join us at Ryder to work on Heavy Duty Vehicles.
Apply Here with Ryder Today
Spots are filling fast — click apply now to secure your spot.
Questions? Call Erica or text “Saginaw T2” to 904-322-8316 to speak with your recruiter today
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
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 every day
Refer anyone and get rewarded with UNLIMITED bonuses up to $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, required
- Two (2) years or more of a combination of classroom training and work experience in required experience, preferred
- Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, 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 vehicle maintenance and repair duties
- Performs standard vehicle maintenance
- Performs standard component inspections and repairs
- Performs preventive maintenance
- Diagnoses standard mechanical and electronic problems, utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable
- Identifies root cause of basic failures/conditions and perform repairs as required
- Replaces defective components as instructed
- 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)
- Performs 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Diesel Technician
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires a bachelor's degree in a field directly related to the role. A degree in automotive technology, mechanical engineering, or diesel systems strengthens your petition. A general associate's degree paired with unrelated work history creates RFE risk.
Target fleet operators and transit agencies
Large trucking fleets, municipal transit authorities, and railroad operators file H-1B petitions far more consistently than independent repair shops. Focus your search on employers with dedicated HR teams who understand LCA obligations and cap-subject filing timelines.
Search verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Pull up Diesel Technician roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active LCA filings for this occupation. That filing history tells you who has navigated DOL certification before, cutting out guesswork when you're evaluating whether to apply.
Look up the prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job zone. Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the Level I through Level IV thresholds for Diesel Technician roles in your target metro before any offer conversation.
Confirm employer E-Verify enrollment early
If you're transitioning from OPT or cap-gap status, your employer must be E-Verify enrolled to maintain your work authorization between OPT expiration and your H-1B start date. Ask HR about E-Verify status before accepting an offer, not after.
File with premium processing to close faster
Diesel Technician roles are in high demand, and employers sometimes stall on filing after an offer. Premium processing cuts USCIS adjudication to 15 business days, giving both you and the employer certainty before you resign from a current position.
H-1B Visa Diesel Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Diesel Technician job qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
It depends on how the role is structured. USCIS requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning it must normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Diesel Technician roles tied to advanced diagnostics, fleet systems engineering, or technical program management are stronger candidates than general repair shop positions. Check the O*NET profile for this occupation to understand how the job zone and degree requirements are typically framed.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for Diesel Technicians most often?
Municipal transit agencies, freight rail operators, large commercial trucking fleets, and heavy equipment manufacturers are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. These employers run structured HR operations, have legal teams familiar with LCA filings, and hire at scale. Browse Diesel Technician roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have current DOL Labor Condition Application filings for this occupation in your target location.
What happens to my H-1B if my employer's fleet operation changes or downsizes?
Your H-1B status is tied to your sponsoring employer, so a layoff or position elimination ends your authorized work status. You have a 60-day grace period to find a new H-1B sponsor, change to another visa status, or depart the U.S. A new employer must file a transfer petition with USCIS before your grace period expires for you to continue working legally.
How does the DOL prevailing wage apply to Diesel Technician H-1B filings?
Before your employer submits the I-129 petition to USCIS, they must file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL certifying they'll pay you at least the prevailing wage for your occupation, experience level, and work location. The wage is set by the OFLC Wage Search tool across four levels. Employers who lowball offers below the certified wage violate LCA terms and expose the petition to denial or audit.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Diesel Technician employer mid-status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition with USCIS, as long as your current H-1B is valid and the new role is in the same or a related specialty occupation. You don't need to wait for approval before starting work, but the petition must be filed before your current authorized period ends.