Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

Ryder•Mcdonough, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician Trainee in McDonough, Georgia. The role provides paid, on-the-job training through Ryder’s Technician Training Development Program, with hands-on and online instruction and pay increases as trainees progress through program stages. Trainees work on heavy-duty vehicles and use company-provided diagnostic tools and equipment. The position pays $24.12 per hour, with weekly pay, certification bonuses, quarterly bonuses, and a Monday–Friday second-shift schedule from 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; weekends are off. The trainee will learn and perform service-island work, preventive maintenance, tire and wheel service, and eventually heavy-duty electrical and air and hydraulic brake work. Ryder describes a safety-first workplace and offers career development and advancement opportunities. No prior experience is needed, though zero to one year of mechanical experience is preferred.

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.
Proficiency in written and verbal English communication.
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 competently 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 track record of achieving desired results.
Basic computer skills and competency 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 Class A Commercial Driver License preferred; regulated technicians 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 drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the past three years.
Some positions may require additional screening, which may include employment and education verification, a motor vehicle records check and road test, and/or customer badging or background requirements.
This is a DOT safety-regulated and safety-sensitive position; minimum age requirements and work hours are determined by state law.

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 equipment and machinery.
Ability to 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 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 units, including checking tire pressure and tread, fluid levels, and lights; washing windows; changing tires; inspecting truck refrigeration units; and reporting service or driver issues.
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 in multi-point inspection, vehicle fueling and washing, environmental safety and spill response, safe driving, and service-island organization and cleanliness to 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

Weekly pay.
Hourly pay of $24.12, with increases as the trainee successfully advances through program stages.
$100 for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500, four times per year.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
PTO accrual starting 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.
Paid training.
Safety-first workplace and state-of-the-art equipment.
Top Tech Competition awards 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 specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure.
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, technology, and more.
Unlimited referral bonuses up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee.
Career development and advancement opportunities.