Diesel Mechanic Trainee

Ryder•Texarkana, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Texarkana, Arkansas. The role provides paid, on-the-job training toward becoming a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician, with weekly pay and opportunities for career development and advancement. No prior experience is required. The hourly rate is $23.87, with bonuses for new ASE certifications and quarterly performance. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with weekends off: Monday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday through Friday from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Trainees work with heavy-duty vehicles and use Ryder-provided diagnostics, tools, and equipment. The position includes moving, washing, fueling, inspecting, and performing minor maintenance on vehicles, as well as completing Ryder’s Technician Training Development Program through hands-on and online training and assessments. The role is DOT-regulated and safety-sensitive. The trainee must obtain a CDL within six months after hire and pass the required drug test, DOT physical, road test, background check, and motor vehicle check.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Zero to one year of mechanical experience working with and maintaining primarily diesel engines preferred.
Must be at least 18 years old.
English written and verbal communication proficiency.
Demonstrated customer service skills.
Strong technical aptitude and 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 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 proven record of achieving desired results.
Basic computer skills and competency in a Microsoft Office environment.
Beginner-level knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, uses, repair, and maintenance, preferred.
Beginner-level knowledge of shop management systems preferred.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License preferred; 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.
Some positions may require additional employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, a road test, or customer-specific badging or background requirements.

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.

Responsibilities

Move heavy-duty vehicles into or out of the yard, wash bay, service shop, or rental shop.
Wash and detail vehicles manually or with automated equipment.
Fuel diesel, natural gas, and hybrid vehicles according to shop safety policies and procedures.
Record fuel activity and maintain fuel and DEF inventories and reconciliation, including using handheld devices to identify customers and required services.
Perform required multi-point inspections on inbound vehicles, including checking tire pressure and tread, fluid levels, and lights; washing windows; changing tires; inspecting truck refrigeration units; and reporting service or driver issues to the shop.
Maintain the fuel island area to Six Sigma standards and policies, perform some facility maintenance, and complete minor maintenance tasks as assigned by a supervisor.
Attend and complete all Technician Training Development Program requirements and assessments, including hands-on and online training and assigned practical tasks.
Complete Service Island training, including multi-point inspections using handheld devices, fueling and washing, environmental safety and spill response, safe driving, and service island organization and cleanliness under 6S standards.
Complete Technician I training in preventive maintenance, tire and wheel service, and bay tools.
Complete Technician II training in heavy-duty electrical systems and air and hydraulic brakes.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
Paid time off accrued starting on day one, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
Yearly merit pay increases.
401(k) company match.
Personal protective equipment, uniforms, and boot allowance.
Paid on-the-job training.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500, paid four times per year.
Certification bonus of $100 for each new ASE certification, up to $700.
Top Tech competition awards of $250 to $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 referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician or Fuel Service Employee.
Weekly pay.