Diesel Technician Entry Level Trainee

Ryder•COCOA, FL

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician Trainee in Fort Pierce, Florida. The role provides paid, on-the-job training toward becoming a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician. No prior experience is required. The position pays $23.22 per hour, with weekly pay, and is scheduled Monday through Friday from 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. It is a DOT-regulated and safety-sensitive position. The trainee moves, washes, details, and fuels heavy-duty vehicles; performs required multi-point inspections and minor maintenance; maintains the fuel island and facility; and completes Ryder’s Technician Training Development Program. Training includes hands-on and online instruction, assessments, and practical work in service island operations, preventive maintenance, tires and wheels, service bay tools, electrical systems, and air and hydraulic brakes.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old; minimum age and work-hour requirements are determined by state law.
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 proven track record of achieving desired results.
Competency in basic computer skills and a Microsoft Office environment.
Must be able to obtain a CDL within six months after hire.
Must pass a Ryder drug test, DOT physical, and Ryder road test.
Must pass a Ryder background and motor vehicle check, including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.
Some positions may require additional screening, such as employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, a road test, or customer-specific badging or background requirements.

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 design, use, 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 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 multi-point inspections on inbound vehicles as required by company policies and procedures, 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 according to Six Sigma standards and policies.
Perform facility maintenance and minor maintenance tasks as assigned by a supervisor.
Attend and complete the Technician Training Development Program requirements and assessments, including hands-on and online training and practical 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, tires and wheels, and service bay tools.
Complete Technician II training in heavy-duty electrical systems and air and hydraulic brakes.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage after 30 days.
Paid time off accrual beginning on the first day, 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.
Opportunity to earn $250–$50,000 per year through the Top Tech Competition.
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 bonuses for referred employees who are hired.