Diesel Mechanic Entry Level Trainee

Ryder•Farmers Branch, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Farmers Branch, Texas, offering a stable career with weekly pay and excellent benefits. The company will provide paid training to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician. This position is ideal for individuals interested in starting a new career in the field. Ryder provides state-of-the-art diagnostics and tools for its maintenance repair mechanics working on heavy-duty vehicles. The company emphasizes a clear path for career development and advancement, and offers bonuses for referring new hires.

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.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to professionally represent Ryder and competently engage both Ryder employees and customers.
Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills.
Must have track record of performance and good attendance.
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.

Nice To Haves

Beginner level knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Beginner level knowledge of shop management systems.
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A.

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.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Weekly pay
Excellent benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days
Earn PTO starting Day 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year
Yearly merit pay increases
401 (k) company match
PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
Paid training
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
Unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee.