Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

Ryder•Peabody, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician Trainee in Peabody, Massachusetts. The company provides paid, on-the-job training to prepare the trainee for a career as a diesel mechanic technician. The position pays $26.41 per hour, with weekly pay, and is scheduled Monday through Friday on the second shift, from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Weekends are off. No prior experience is needed, though relevant mechanical experience is preferred. The trainee will help move, wash, detail, inspect, fuel, and perform minor maintenance on heavy-duty vehicles, while following shop safety policies and procedures. The employee will complete Ryder’s Technician Training Development Program, which includes hands-on and online instruction, assessments, and practical tasks covering service island operations, preventive maintenance, tires and wheels, tools, electrical systems, and brakes. Ryder provides state-of-the-art diagnostics, tools, and equipment.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Proficiency in written and verbal English communication.
Demonstrated customer service skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to professionally represent Ryder and engage competently with employees and customers.
Demonstrated time management and priority-setting skills.
Track record of performance and good attendance.
Strong personal accountability and a proven 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.
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, 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 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 by a supervisor.
Attend and complete Technician Training Development Program requirements and assessments, including hands-on and online training and related tasks.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Weekly pay
Medical, dental, and vision coverage 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
Annual Top Tech competition awards of $250 to $50,000
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