Diesel Mechanic Technician Trainee

Diesel Technician Trainee

Immediately Hiring a Permanent Full Time Diesel Technician Trainee. We will pay you while training to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician in Columbus, Ohio. If you're interested in starting a new career then Ryder is looking for you!

Weekly Pay

Hourly Pay: $18.00 per hour

Schedule: MondayFriday, weekends off

Hours: First Shift 7:00 am 3:30 pm

On the job paid training

Annual merit pay increases every year

Medical, dental, vision, 401 K etc. start at 30 days

We love our Ryder babies and offer 12 weeks of paid maternity leave for qualifying employees

Paid time off starts accruing at day one with 80 hours per year

Additional day off for U.S. military veterans

401 K offers a company match

High valued stock at 15% employee discount

PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance provided

Ryder top technician recognition programs rewards 12 top techs each year with cash prizes from $250 to $50,000

Technician tuition repayment program up to $5000

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

Work independently and as a member of a team

Professionally represent Ryder and competently engage both Ryder employees and customers

Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills

Must have a 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

DOT safety regulated position; regulated tech

Safety sensitive position; minimum age requirements and work hours will be determined by state law

Regulated tech:

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

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:

Service Island Training:

Service Island Multi-point Inspection (includes Hand Held)

Vehicle Fueling and Washing

Environmental Safety & Spill Response

Safe Driving

Service Island Organization & Cleanliness (6S Standards)

Technician I Training:

Preventive Maintenance

Tire and Wheel

Service Bay Tool

Technician II Training:

HD Electrical

Air and Hydraulic Brakes

Performs other duties as assigned

Ryder is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and drug free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.