Diesel Technician Trainee: Paid Training, First Shift

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Tool reimbursement

Medical insurance

PTO Day 1

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid maternity leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Portland, Oregon, offering on-the-job training with weekly pay. You will train to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician while working first shift hours, with benefits after onboarding and ongoing development opportunities.

Selected candidates start with no prior experience required, qualify for tool reimbursement, and enjoy medical/dental/vision coverage after 30 days, PTO from day one, and a 401(k) match.

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.

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.
• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

English proficiency

Teamwork

Problem solving

Time management

Safety awareness

CDL-A

Computer basics

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Portland, Oregon, offering on-the-job training with weekly pay. You will train to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician while working first shift hours, with benefits after onboarding and ongoing development opportunities.

Selected candidates start with no prior experience required, qualify for tool reimbursement, and enjoy medical/dental/vision coverage after 30 days, PTO from day one, and a 401(k) match.