Diesel Technician Trainee Entry Level

Ryder•Greenbay, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician Trainee in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The position provides paid, hands-on and online training through Ryder’s Technician Training Development Program, with the goal of developing trainees into diesel mechanic technicians. No experience is required, although zero to one year of mechanical experience is preferred. The trainee performs vehicle movement, washing, fueling, inspections, minor maintenance, and facility upkeep while following shop safety procedures. Training includes service island work, preventive maintenance, tire and wheel service, and instruction in heavy-duty electrical systems and air and hydraulic brakes. The position pays $25.15 per hour, with weekly pay, a second-shift schedule from 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and weekends off. Ryder supplies state-of-the-art diagnostics, tools, equipment, PPE, uniforms, and a boot allowance. The job is DOT-regulated and safety-sensitive. The trainee must obtain a CDL within six months after hire and pass Ryder’s drug test, a DOT physical, a Ryder road test, and required background and motor vehicle checks.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
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 track record of achieving desired results.
Basic computer skills and competency in a Microsoft Office environment.
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 past three years.

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 (CDL).

Responsibilities

Move heavy-duty vehicles into or out of the yard, wash bay, or service shop, or deliver them to the rental shop.
Wash and detail vehicles manually or using 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 required multi-point inspections on inbound units, including checking tire pressure and tread, fluid levels, lights, and vehicle windows; changing tires; inspecting truck refrigeration units; and reporting service or driver issues to the shop.
Maintain the fuel island 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 assigned practice tasks.
Complete service island training in multi-point inspections, vehicle 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

Weekly pay.
$100 certification bonus for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500, paid four times per year.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits after 30 days.
PTO accrual starting on day one, 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.
Safety-first workplace and state-of-the-art equipment.
Top Tech Competition awards ranging from $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 up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician or Fuel Service Employee.
Career development and advancement opportunities.