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.

• Diesel Tech Trainee Positions Pay Each Week
• Hourly Pay: $24.22 per hour
• Certification Bonus of $100 for each new ASE Certification obtained (up to $700)
• Quarterly Bonus: up to $500 every quarter – four times per year
• Schedule:
  
  Sunday through Thursday
• Hours:
  
  First Shift 7:00 am – 3:30 pm

Apply here with Ryder today. Spots are filling fast — click apply now to secure your spot. Questions? Call Dominique or text “ATL TT” to 904‑541‑9562 to speak with your recruiter today.

• No experience needed
• On‑the‑Job paid training
• Medical, dental, vision after 30 days
• 80 hours PTO your first year, starting day 1
• Yearly merit pay increases
• 401(k) company match
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
• Build your skills – paid training
• 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 eligibility)
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more

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• Move heavy‑duty vehicles into or out of the yard, wash bay, service shop, or deliver 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; identify customer and required services using handheld devices.
• Perform multi‑point inspection on inbound units as required by company policies and procedures; this includes checking vehicle tire pressure and tread, 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.
  • Service Island Training
    • Service Island Multi‑point Inspection (includes handheld)
    • 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

• 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)
• Work independently 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 a 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 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…