Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

About the role

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Raleigh, NC. The position offers a stable 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency (GED)
• Up to one (1) year of experience; no mechanical experience
• Up to one (1) year of experience 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; 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 as well as 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 (beginner level) preferred
• Knowledge of shop management systems (beginner level) preferred
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A
• Valid driver’s license (180 Days)
• 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 six (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

• High school diploma or equivalency (GED)
• No mechanical experience
• Up to one (1) year of experience 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; ability to learn to use and maintain equipment and machinery preferred
• Ability to: Quickly troubleshoot and resolve problems preferred
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A
• Valid driver’s license (180 Days)
• 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 six (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