Diesel Mechanic Trainee

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions is hiring a Permanent Full Time Diesel Technician Trainee in Lynchburg, Virginia. This role offers training to become a Diesel Mechanic Technician, including competitive pay, benefits starting from day one, and a friendly work environment promoting teamwork and professional growth.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K starting at 30 Days

12 weeks of PAID Maternity Leave

Paid Time Off Starts Accruing at DAY ONE with 80 hours per year

401 K company match

Discounts on High VALUED Stock

PPE, UNIFORMS, AND BOOT ALLOWANCE

Qualifications

• Must have experience operating and maneuvering tractor-trailers.
• Zero to one year mechanical experience working with diesel engines is preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Move heavy duty vehicles and perform inspections as per company policy.
• Attend and complete the Technician Training Development Program.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Customer service skills

Proficiency in English

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Position Description

Immediately Hiring a Permanent Full Time Diesel Technician Trainee. Must have experience operating and maneuvering tractor- trailers. Mechanical aptitude or hands-on experience is preferred.

We will pay you while training to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician in Lynchburg, Virginia. If You're Interested in Starting a new Career then Ryder is Looking for YOU!

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• Diesel Tech Trainee Positions Pay Each Week
• Hourly Pay:$19.00 per hour
• Schedule: Monday–Friday Weekends OFF
• Hours: Second Shift 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm
  
  

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We have all the benefits other shops dowithout the wait!

• Must have experience operating and maneuvering tractor- trailers
• Mechanical aptitude or hands-on experience is preferred
• 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
• 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
• Additional Day Off for U.S. Military Veterans
• 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
  
  

Stop In and Meet the Team at the Ryder Shop: 3229 John Capron Rd. Lynchburg, VA 24501

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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
  
  

Important Note: Additional requirements may be required in different locations and/or accounts.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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