Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

About the role

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Romeoville, Illinois. This is a stable company offering weekly pay and excellent benefits. The position is ideal for those interested in starting a new career.

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

• Weekly pay
• Earn a 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

Pay

• Hourly Pay: $25.95

Schedule

• Sunday through Thursday
• Hours: Second Shift 2:30 pm – 11:00 pm