Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

Ryder • Woolwich Township, NJ

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Woolwich Township, New Jersey. This entry-level position provides paid on-the-job training to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician. The role pays $26.14 per hour, with weekly pay, and offers eligibility for up to $1,500 in tool reimbursement. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., with weekends off.

The trainee will work with heavy-duty vehicles and receive hands-on and online instruction through Ryder’s Technician Training Development Program. Training covers service-island tasks, preventive maintenance, tire and wheel service, and, at later stages, heavy-duty electrical systems and air and hydraulic brakes. Ryder supplies diagnostic equipment and tools, along with PPE, uniforms, and a boot allowance.

This is a DOT-regulated, safety-sensitive position. The trainee must obtain a CDL within six months of hire and pass the required drug test, DOT physical, road test, background and motor vehicle checks. The position offers a path for career development and advancement.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Proficiency in written and verbal English communication.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to professionally represent Ryder and engage with Ryder employees and customers.
• Demonstrated time-management and priority-setting skills.
• Track record of performance and good attendance.
• Strong personal accountability and a track record of achieving desired results.
• Basic computer skills and competency in a Microsoft Office environment.
• Must obtain a CDL within six months after hire.
• Must pass a Ryder drug test, DOT physical, Ryder road test, and Ryder background and motor vehicle check, including verification of drug and alcohol history from previous employers for the last three years.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Zero to one year of mechanical experience working with and maintaining primarily diesel engines.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn to use and maintain equipment and machinery.
• Ability to quickly troubleshoot and resolve problems.
• Beginner-level knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Beginner-level knowledge of shop management systems.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL).

Responsibilities

• Move heavy-duty vehicles into or out of the yard, wash bay, or service shop, or deliver them to the rental shop.
• Wash and detail vehicles manually or using automated equipment.
• Fuel diesel, natural gas, and hybrid vehicles according to procedures and shop safety policies.
• Record fueling activity, maintain fuel and DEF inventories, and reconcile inventory, using handheld devices to identify customers and required services.
• Perform multi-point inspections on inbound vehicles as required, including checking tire pressure and tread, fluid levels, lights, windows, tires, and truck refrigeration units.
• Report service or driver issues to the shop.
• Maintain the fuel-island area to Six Sigma standards and policies.
• Perform facility maintenance and minor maintenance tasks assigned by a supervisor.
• Attend and complete the Technician Training Development Program, including hands-on and online training and assessments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Up to $1,500 in tool reimbursement
• Paid on-the-job training
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days
• PTO beginning on Day 1, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year
• Yearly merit pay increases
• 401(k) company match
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
• Top Tech Competition earnings of $250–$50,000 per year
• Extra paid day off for U.S. military veterans
• 15% company stock discount
• Up to $5,000 in technician tuition repayment
• 12 weeks of paid maternity leave, subject to eligibility criteria including work tenure
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more
• Unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee referred

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED