Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

Ryder • Romeoville, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Romeoville, IL, offering a stable career path with weekly pay and excellent benefits. The company provides paid training to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician. They utilize state-of-the-art diagnostics and tools for heavy-duty vehicle maintenance. Ryder emphasizes safety as a top priority and offers a clear path for career development and advancement. They also provide unlimited bonuses for referrals and are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency (GED)
• Up to one (1) year of experience; no mechanical experience
• Up to nne (1) year of experience 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; 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 as well as 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 (beginner level) preferred
• Knowledge of shop management systems (beginner level) preferred
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A
• Valid driver’s license (180 Days)
• 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 six (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

• Up to one (1) year of experience; no mechanical experience
• Up to nne (1) year of experience mechanical experience working with and maintaining primarily diesel engines preferred
• Strong technical aptitude; ability to learn to use and maintain equipment and machinery preferred
• Ability to: Quickly troubleshoot and resolve problems preferred
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance (beginner level) preferred
• Knowledge of shop management systems (beginner level) preferred

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 and spill response, Safe driving, Service island organization and 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
• PPE AND UNIFORMS Issued
• TOOL and BOOT ALLOWANCE provided
• unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee

What This Job Offers

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