Diesel Technician Trainee Entry Level

Ryder•Ashwaubenon, WI

4d•$25 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician Trainee in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The role provides paid, on-the-job training through Ryder’s Technician Training Development Program, which includes hands-on and online instruction, assessments, and performing learned tasks. Training covers service island operations, multi-point inspections, vehicle fueling and washing, environmental safety and spill response, safe driving, organization and cleanliness, preventive maintenance, tires and wheels, service bay tools, HD electrical systems, and air and hydraulic brakes. The position works Monday through Friday, with weekends off, on the second shift from 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Pay is $25.15 per hour, with certification bonuses, quarterly bonuses, and other incentives described in the posting. This is a safety-sensitive, DOT-regulated role. The technician must be able to obtain a CDL within six months after hire and pass the required drug test, DOT physical, road test, and background and motor vehicle checks. Ryder describes a safety-first workplace with state-of-the-art diagnostics, tools, and equipment. The company offers a path for career development and advancement and welcomes qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be able to 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 last three years.
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 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 track record of achieving desired results.
Competency in basic computer skills and a Microsoft Office environment.
Must meet applicable state-law minimum age requirements and work-hour rules for a safety-sensitive, DOT-regulated position.

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 quickly troubleshoot and resolve problems 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 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 shop safety policies and procedures.
Record fuel activity and maintain fuel and DEF inventories and reconciliation, using handheld devices to identify customers and required services.
Perform multi-point inspections on inbound units as required, 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 tasks learned.
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.
Complete Technician I training in preventive maintenance, tire and wheel work, and service bay tools.
Complete Technician II training in HD electrical systems and air and hydraulic brakes.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

$25.15 hourly pay, paid weekly.
$100 for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500, four times per year.
Paid on-the-job training.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
PTO accrual starting on Day 1, up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
Yearly merit pay increases.
401(k) company match.
PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance.
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 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.