Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

Ryder•Annapolis Junction, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. This entry-level role provides paid on-the-job training toward becoming a Ryder diesel mechanic technician. The position pays $22.81 per hour, with weekly pay, and offers up to $1,500 in tool reimbursement. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with weekends off. Ryder provides state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and equipment for maintaining heavy-duty vehicles. The trainee moves and services vehicles, performs inspections and basic maintenance, and completes Ryder’s Technician Training Development Program. Training includes hands-on and online instruction, assessments, and work in service-island operations, preventive maintenance, tire and wheel service, and heavy-duty electrical, air, and hydraulic brake systems. The role is DOT safety-regulated and safety-sensitive. Trainees must obtain a CDL within six months of hire and pass the required drug test, DOT physical, road test, and background and motor vehicle checks. Ryder advertises medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days; PTO accrual beginning on Day 1; yearly merit increases; a 401(k) company match; PPE, uniforms, and a boot allowance; paid training; a safety-first workplace; potential Top Tech Competition earnings; an extra paid day off for U.S. military veterans; a company stock discount; tuition repayment for technicians; eligible paid maternity leave; employee discounts; and referral bonuses.

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 part of a team.
Ability to professionally represent Ryder and engage competently 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 designs, 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 drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the prior three years.
Must satisfy applicable customer screening requirements where required, which may include employment and education verification, motor vehicle records check, road test, or customer badging and 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 designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Beginner-level knowledge of shop management systems.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver License.

Responsibilities

Move heavy-duty vehicles into and 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 while following 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 multi-point inspections on inbound units as required by company policies and procedures, 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 assigned by a supervisor.
Attend and complete all Technician Training Development Program requirements and assessments, including hands-on and online training and tasks applying learned skills.
Complete training in service-island inspections, fueling and washing, environmental safety and spill response, safe driving, service-island organization and cleanliness, preventive maintenance, tire and wheel service, and heavy-duty electrical, air, and hydraulic brakes.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Weekly pay.
Up to $1,500 in tool reimbursement.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
PTO accrued starting 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 on-the-job training.
Top Tech Competition earnings 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.
Referral bonuses of up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee.
State-of-the-art equipment and a safety-first workplace.