Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

Ryder•Town of Binghamton, NY

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician Trainee in Binghamton, New York. The role provides paid, on-the-job training through Ryder’s Technician Training Development Program, with hands-on and online instruction and assessments. Training covers service-island work, preventive maintenance, tires and wheels, service-bay tools, heavy-duty electrical systems, and air and hydraulic brakes. The trainee performs vehicle movements, washing, fueling, inspections, minor maintenance, and facility upkeep while following shop safety policies and procedures. The position pays $24.00 per hour, with weekly pay, and offers up to $1,500 in tool reimbursement. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, with second-shift hours Tuesday through Thursday, 3:30 p.m. to midnight; Friday, 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; and Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This is a DOT-regulated and safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old; minimum age requirements and work hours are determined by state law.
Proficiency in written and verbal English communication.
Demonstrated customer service skills.
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 track record of achieving desired results.
Competency in basic computer skills and Microsoft Office.
Must be able to obtain a CDL within six months after hire.
Must pass a Ryder drug test and DOT physical, and pass a Ryder road test.
Must pass a Ryder background and motor vehicle check, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the prior three years.
Additional screening may be required, including employment or education verification, motor vehicle records check, road test, or customer badging or background requirements.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Zero to one year of mechanical experience working with and maintaining primarily diesel engines preferred.
Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn to use and maintain equipment and machinery preferred.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems quickly preferred.
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 (CDL) preferred.

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 procedures and shop safety policies.
Record fueling activity and maintain fuel and DEF inventories and reconciliation, using handheld devices to identify customers and required services.
Perform multi-point inspections on inbound vehicles as required, including checking tire pressure and tread, fluid levels, lights, windows, tires, and truck refrigeration units; report 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.
Attend and complete all Technician Training Development Program requirements and assessments, including hands-on and online training.
Complete Service Island training in multi-point inspections, vehicle fueling and washing, environmental safety and spill response, safe driving, and organization and cleanliness under 6S standards.
Complete Technician I training in preventive maintenance, tires and wheels, and service-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 accrual starting on Day 1, 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.
Up to $1,500 in tool reimbursement.
Top Tech Competition earnings of $250 to $50,000 per year.
An 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 up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician or Fuel Service Employee.
Paid on-the-job training.