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Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions · Cedar Falls, IA · 2 wk ago
Management$24.18/hrInternship

About the role

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Cedar Falls, IA - providing a stable company for your career with weekly pay and excellent benefits.

Responsibilities

  • Move heavy duty vehicles into or out of yard, wash bay, service shop, or delivered 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; this includes using hand held devices to properly identify customer and required services.
  • Perform multi-point inspection on inbound units as required by company policies and procedures; this includes checking vehicle tire pressure and thread, fluid levels, lights, washing vehicle windows, changing tires, inspecting refrigeration units on trucks, and reporting service or driver issues to shop.
  • 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. Training will include hands-on and online training as well as performing tasks learned. Technician Training Development Program will include but is not limited to:
    • Service Island Training:
      • Service Island Multi-point Inspection (includes Hand Held)
      • Vehicle Fueling and Washing
      • Environmental Safety & Spill Response
      • Safe Driving
      • Service Island Organization & Cleanliness (6S Standards)
    • Technician I Training:
      • Preventive Maintenance
      • Tire and Wheel
      • Service Bay Tool
    • Technician II Training:
      • HD Electrical
      • Air and Hydraulic Brakes

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
    • Demonstrate time management and priority setting skills
    • Have a track record of performance and good attendance
    • Have a 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
    • 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, and pass a Ryder background and motor vehicle check including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three (3) years

Qualifications

  • Must have track record of performance and good attendance
  • Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred
  • 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

Skills

  • Basic computer skills
  • Shop management systems
  • Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A

Benefits

  • No Experience Needed
  • On the Job Paid Training
  • 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)

Pay

Hourly Pay: $24.18 per hour

Schedule

Second Shift 3:30 pm – 11:00 pm

Benefits

  • No Experience Needed
  • On the Job Paid Training
  • 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)

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