Mechanic Diesel Technician Entry Level Trainee

Ryder•South Plainfield, NJ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician Trainee in South Plainfield, New Jersey. The role provides paid, on-the-job training toward becoming a Ryder diesel mechanic technician. The position pays $22.00 per hour, with weekly pay, and offers up to $1,500 in tool reimbursement. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., with weekends off. Technicians work with heavy-duty vehicles using company-provided diagnostic equipment and tools, and attend Ryder’s Technician Training Development Program, which includes hands-on and online training and assessments.

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 part of a team, and to represent Ryder professionally with 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 results.
Basic computer skills and ability to work in a Microsoft Office environment.
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 the previous three years.
Must meet applicable requirements for 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 to use and maintain equipment and machinery.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems quickly.
Beginner-level knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Beginner-level knowledge of shop management systems.
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A.

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 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 vehicles, 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 Technician Training Development Program requirements and assessments, including Service Island, Technician I, and Technician II training.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Up to $1,500 in tool reimbursement.
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 on-the-job training.
Top Tech Competition awards 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.
Unlimited referral bonuses up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee.