Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

Ryder System, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision after 30 days

PTO starting day 1 (up to 80 hours)

401(k) company match

Boot allowance

Tuition repayment up to $5,000

12 weeks paid maternity leave

Safety-first workplace

Top Tech Competition bonus

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Tampa, Florida is seeking a Diesel Technician Trainee to join a stable, career‑oriented team. The role offers weekly pay, excellent benefits after a short period, and on‑the‑job training that grows with you.

You will start with no heavy experience required and progress through the trainee program, earning increases as you advance. The schedule is set, and safety is a top priority as you learn the fundamentals of diesel maintenance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Zero to one year mechanical experience 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
• Ability to troubleshoot quickly and work independently and as a team
• Represent Ryder professionally to customers and employees
• Time management and priority setting skills
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with shop tools and machines

Responsibilities

• Move heavy duty vehicles into or out of yard, wash bay, service shop or delivery to rental shop and fuel vehicles properly
• Perform multi-point inspection on inbound units and report issues
• Maintain fuel island area to Six Sigma standards and assist with facility maintenance
• Attend and complete Technician Training Development Program requirements and assessments
• Engage in training modules for Service Island, Technician I/II levels and related tasks
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Customer service

English proficiency

Mechanical aptitude

Time management

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Shop management systems

Microsoft Office

Hand held devices

Job description

Position Description

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

• Diesel Tech Trainee Positions Pay Each Week
• Hourly Pay:$23.39 per hour
• Earn More As You Learn: Receive pay increases as you successfully move through each stage of the trainee program.
• 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
• Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday
• Hours: Second Shift Tuesday - Thursday 3:00pm - 11:30 pm, Friday 12:00pm - 8:00pm, Saturday 6:30am - 3:00pm

• 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

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

Important Note:

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

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.