Technician Trainee

Ryder • Texarkana, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Texarkana, Arkansas, offering a stable career with weekly pay and excellent benefits. They will pay you while training to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician. This position is ideal for those interested in starting a new career. Ryder provides state-of-the-art diagnostics and tools for mechanics working on heavy-duty vehicles. Spots are filling fast, so apply now to secure your position. Questions can be directed to Victor at 904-659-3844 via call or text. Ryder offers a clear path for career development and advancement, and a community of proud women and men in logistics, including many Military Reservists and Veterans. Ryder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Zero to one (1) year mechanical experience working with, and maintaining, primarily diesel engines preferred
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Proficiency in English written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Strong technical aptitude with ability to learn to use and maintain equipment and machinery preferred
• Ability to quickly troubleshoot and resolve problems preferred
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to professionally represent Ryder and competently engage both Ryder employees and customers
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
• Must have track record of performance and good attendance
• Strong sense of personal accountability and a proven track record of achieving desired results
• Competency in basic computer skills and in a Microsoft Office environment
• Beginner level knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance preferred
• Beginner level knowledge of shop management systems preferred
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred
• Must be able to obtain CDL within 6 months after hire
• Pass a Ryder drug test
• Pass a DOT physical
• Pass a Ryder road test
• Pass a Ryder background and motor vehicle check including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three (3) years

Nice To Haves

• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A
• Zero to one (1) year mechanical experience working with, and maintaining, primarily diesel engines
• Strong technical aptitude with ability to learn to use and maintain equipment and machinery
• Quickly troubleshoot and resolve problems
• Beginner level knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Beginner level knowledge of shop management systems

Responsibilities

• Move heavy duty vehicles into or out of yard, wash bay, service shop, or delivered to rental shop.
• Wash and detail vehicles manually or using automated equipment; fuel diesel, natural gas, and hybrid vehicles properly while adhering to all shop safety policies and procedures; record fuel activity and maintain proper fuel and DEF inventories and reconciliation; this includes using hand held devices to properly identify customer and required services.
• Perform multi-point inspection on inbound units as required by company policies and procedures; this includes checking vehicle tire pressure and thread, fluid levels, lights, washing vehicle windows, changing tires, inspecting refrigeration units on trucks, and reporting service or driver issues to shop.
• Maintain fuel island area to Six Sigma standards and policies; perform some facility maintenance; perform minor maintenance tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Attend and complete all Technician Training Development Program requirements and assessments. Training will include hands-on and online training as well as performing tasks learned. Technician Training Development Program will include but is not limited to:
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Excellent benefits
• Hourly Pay: $20.91
• Certification Bonus of $100 for each New ASE Certification Obtained up to $700
• Quarterly Bonus: Ryder Pays you up to $500 Every Quarter - Four Times Per Year
• Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days
• 80 hours PTO your first year, starting Day 1
• Yearly merit pay increases
• 401 (k) company match
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
• Paid training that keeps you ahead
• 15% company stock discount
• Up to $5,000 in Tech tuition repayment
• 12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure)
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED