Diesel Mechanic Entry Level Trainee

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Atlanta, Georgia — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a Technician career you can feel good about.

We will pay you while training to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician in Atlanta, Georgia. If you're interested in starting a new career, Ryder is looking for you!

• Hourly Pay: $24.22 per hour
• Certification Bonus up to $700 for each new ASE Certification obtained
• Quarterly Bonus: up to $500 every quarter
• Schedule:
  
  Sunday through Thursday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm (First Shift)
• No experience needed; on‑job paid training provided
• Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days
• 80 hours PTO in the first year, starting day one
• Yearly merit pay increases
• 401(k) company match
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
• Paid training and learning opportunities
• State‑of‑the‑art equipment and safety‑first workplace
• Top tech competition: earn $250 – $50,000 per year
• U.S. military veterans receive an extra paid day off
• 15% company stock discount
• Up to $5,000 in tech tuition repayment
• 12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to eligibility)
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech, and more

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Zero to one (1) year of 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)
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Professional representation of Ryder and competent engagement with employees and customers
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
• Track record of performance and good attendance
• Strong sense of personal accountability and proven track record of achieving desired results
• Competency in basic computer skills and Microsoft Office
• Beginner level knowledge of machines and tools, including design, 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 determined by state law

• 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 years

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.

• 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. The program includes 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, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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