Diesel Technician Trainee Entry Level

Ryder•Normal, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician Trainee in Normal, Illinois. The role provides paid, on-the-job training through Ryder’s Technician Training Development Program, preparing trainees to become Diesel Mechanic Technicians. Training includes hands-on and online instruction, assessments, and practical work on heavy-duty vehicles. The position uses state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and equipment and offers weekly pay, bonuses, and benefits. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with weekends off. Pay is $24.96 per hour. Trainees perform vehicle movement, washing, fueling, inspections, and minor maintenance while following shop safety and company procedures. They attend and complete the required training program, including service island, preventive maintenance, tire and wheel service, and heavy-duty electrical, air, and hydraulic brake training. The role is DOT safety regulated and requires obtaining a CDL within six months after hire. Ryder describes a safety-first workplace and offers career development and advancement opportunities. Benefits include paid training, medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days, PTO accrual starting on Day 1, a 401(k) company match, and other benefits and incentives. Certain benefits, including paid maternity leave, are subject to eligibility criteria.

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 competently with Ryder employees and customers.
Demonstrated time-management and priority-setting skills.
Track record of performance and good attendance.
Strong sense of personal accountability and a proven track record of achieving desired results.
Basic computer skills and competency 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 previous employers for the last three years.

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 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 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.
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 performance of learned tasks.
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, tire and wheel service, and service bay tools.
Complete Technician II training in heavy-duty electrical systems and air and hydraulic brakes.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Paid on-the-job training.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits 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.
Safety-first workplace and state-of-the-art equipment.
Top Tech competition opportunity to earn $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.
$100 certification bonus for each new ASE certification obtained, up to $700.
Quarterly bonus of up to $500, four times per year.
Unlimited referral bonuses up to $1,500 for each hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee.