Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

Ryder•Town of Kirkwood, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Kirkland, New York, offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about. Ryder will pay you while training to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician. This is an opportunity for individuals interested in starting a new career. Ryder provides all the benefits you expect, with no wait time. They offer on-the-job paid training, medical, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days, 80 hours of PTO in the first year starting Day 1, yearly merit pay increases, and a 401(k) company match. Additionally, there is a PPE, uniform, and boot allowance. Ryder emphasizes building skills through paid training in a safety-first workplace with state-of-the-art equipment. Opportunities include a Top Tech Competition with potential earnings of $250 – $50,000 per year. U.S. military veterans receive an extra paid day off. Employees also benefit from a 15% company stock discount, up to $5,000 in Tech tuition repayment, and 12 weeks of paid maternity leave (subject to eligibility criteria). Employee discounts are available on tools, vehicles, travel, tech, and more. Ryder fosters a family environment that includes proud women and men in logistics, working alongside military reserve and veterans. They also offer unlimited referral bonuses for hired employees.

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
Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or equivalent
Zero to one (1) year mechanical experience working with, and maintaining, primarily diesel engines
Strong technical aptitude with ability to learn to use and maintain equipment and machinery
Quickly troubleshoot and resolve problems
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
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
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 for Hired Employees