Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

About the role

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Hagerstown, MD. This is a stable company offering weekly pay and excellent benefits. The position provides on-the-job paid training and the opportunity to advance.

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

• Must have track record of performance and good attendance.
• Must have a valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred.
• Must pass a Ryder drug test.
• Must pass a DOT physical.
• Must pass a Ryder road test.
• Must 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 and in a Microsoft Office environment.
• 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.

Benefits

• Annual Merit Pay Increases Every Year.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K etc.
• Paid Time Off Starts Accruing at DAY ONE with 80 hours per year.
• Technician Tuition Repayment Program up to $5000.
• High Valued Stock at 15 % Employee Discount.
• PPE, UNIFORMS, AND BOOT ALLOWANCE PROVIDED.
• Ryder Top Technician Recognition Programs rewards 12 Top Techs each year with Cash Prizes from $250 to $50,000.
• Highly valued stock at 15% employee discount.
• 12 weeks of PAID Maternity Leave for qualifying employees (eligibility requirements, including work tenure, apply).
• Additional Day Off for U.S. Military Veterans.

Pay

$21.00 per hour.

Schedule

Second Shift 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm.