Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

About the role

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Cedar Falls, IA. This position offers a stable career with weekly pay and excellent benefits, including on-the-job training to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician.

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.
• Train in various areas such as 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), Preventive Maintenance, Tire and Wheel, Service Bay Tool, HD Electrical, Air and Hydraulic Brakes.
• 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.
• 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

• All the benefits you expect — without the wait.
• 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)
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more

Pay

Hourly Pay: $24.18 per hour

Schedule

Monday–Friday

Weekends OFF

Hours: Second Shift 3:30 pm – 11:00 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)
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more

Company Information

• Ryder is 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.