Diesel Technician Trainee — Paid Training & Benefits

Ryder System, Inc.; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Tool reimbursement up to $1500

On-the-job paid training

Medical, dental, vision after 30 days

PTO starting Day 1, up to 80 hours in

401(k) company match

Boot allowance

Job summary

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Waterbury, Connecticut, offering weekly pay and excellent benefits. You will be paid while training to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician in Waterbury, CT. If you're interested in starting a new career, Ryder is looking for you!

We provide state-of-the-art diagnostics and tools, with a clear path for career development and advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration in a diverse, equal-opportunity environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Zero to one year mechanical experience with 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; work independently and as a team.
• Time management and priority setting skills.
• 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.

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; Technician I Training; Technician II Training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL A preferred

Job description

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Waterbury, Connecticut, offering weekly pay and excellent benefits. You will be paid while training to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician in Waterbury, CT. If you're interested in starting a new career, Ryder is looking for you!

We provide state-of-the-art diagnostics and tools, with a clear path for career development and advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration in a diverse, equal-opportunity environment.