Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Taylorville, Illinois- providing a stable company for your career with weekly pay and excellent benefits.

We will pay you while training to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician in Taylorville, Illinois.

If You're Interested in Starting a new Career then Ryder is Looking for YOU!

We provide the best State-of-the-Art Diagnostics and Tools to all Ryder Maintenance Repair Mechanics who work on Heavy Duty Vehicles

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All the benefits you expect — without the wait.

• No Experience Needed
• On the Job Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days
• Earn PTO starting Day 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year
• Yearly merit pay increases
• 401 (k) company match
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
• Paid training that keeps you ahead
• Safety‑first workplace & State-of-the-art equipment
• Top Tech Competition: Earn $250 – $50,000 per year
• U.S. military veterans - extra paid day off
• 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

At Ryder, you will be recognized and respected for your expertise and skill by joining a community of proud women and men in logistics, including many Military Reservists and Veterans.

Ryder provides a clear path for career development and advancement. Share Ryder jobs with people you know-get paid for it. Ryder offers unlimited bonuses up to $1,500 for every hired Diesel Mechanic Technician and Fuel Service Employee.

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

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
• Workindependently 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 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