Diesel Technician Trainee — Paid Training & Benefits

Ryder System, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

80 hours PTO first year

Weekly pay

Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days

401(k) company match

PPE, uniforms, boot allowance

Tech tuition repayment

Stock discount

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Baltimore, Maryland, is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee to begin a hands-on, pay-while-you-train career path. No prior experience is required, and benefits start after a brief period.

The role offers a 2:00 pm–10:30 pm second shift with weekly pay and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision and retirement options. Training emphasizes safety, quality, and career growth.

Qualifications

• 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 troubleshoot and resolve problems quickly.
• Work independently and as a member of a team.
• Professionally represent Ryder and engage both Ryder employees and customers.
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills.
• Must have track record of performance and good attendance.
• 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.
• 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.

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.
• 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 and tasks learned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Tools

CDL Class A (preferred)

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. in Baltimore, Maryland, is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee to begin a hands-on, pay-while-you-train career path. No prior experience is required, and benefits start after a brief period.

The role offers a 2:00 pm–10:30 pm second shift with weekly pay and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision and retirement options. Training emphasizes safety, quality, and career growth.