Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

About the role

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Houston, TX. This is a stable company offering weekly pay and excellent benefits. The position involves training to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician.

Responsibilities

• Move heavy duty vehicles into or out of yard, wash bay, service shop, or deliver to rental shop.
• Wash and detail vehicles manually or using automated equipment; fuel diesel, natural gas, and hybrid vehicles properly while adhering to all shop safety policies and procedures; record fuel activity and maintain proper fuel and DEF inventories and reconciliation.
• Maintain fuel island area to Six Sigma standards and policies; perform some facility maintenance; perform minor maintenance tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Attend and complete all Technician Training Development Program requirements and assessments.
• Perform multi-point inspection on inbound units as required by company policies and procedures.
• Attend and complete all Technician Training Development Program requirements and assessments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Zero to one (1) year mechanical experience working with, and maintaining, primarily diesel engines preferred
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Proficiency in English written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Strong technical aptitude with ability to learn to use and maintain equipment and machinery preferred
• Ability to: Quickly troubleshoot and resolve problems preferred
• Work independently and as a member of a team
• Professionally represent Ryder and competently engage both Ryder employees and customers
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
• Strong sense of personal accountability and a proven track record of achieving desired results
• Competency in basic computer skills and in a Microsoft Office environment
• Beginner level knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance preferred
• Beginner level knowledge of shop management systems preferred
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred
• DOT safety regulated position; regulated tech
• Safety sensitive position; minimum age requirements and work hours will be determined by State Law
• Regulated tech 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 three (3) years

Qualifications

None specified

Skills

None specified

Benefits

None specified

Pay

Hourly Pay: $21.27 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

First Shift 6:00 am – 2:30 pm

Benefits

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

Paid training that keeps you ahead

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)

Application

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