Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Chesapeake, Virginia. The role provides weekly pay and paid training to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician.

• Hourly Pay: $21.00 per hour
• Schedule:
  
  Monday–Friday, Weekends OFF
• Hours:
  
  3:00 pm – 11:30 pm (Second Shift)

• No experience needed; on‑job paid training
• Medical, dental, vision after 30 days
• 80 hours PTO in first year, starting Day 1
• Yearly merit pay increases
• 401(k) company match
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
• 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 (eligible)
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Zero to one year mechanical experience with diesel engines (preferred)
• 18 years of age or older
• Proficiency in written and verbal English communication
• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn equipment (preferred)
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems (preferred)
• Work independently and as a team member
• Professional representation of Ryder and engagement with employees and customers
• Time‑management and priority‑setting skills
• Track record of performance and good attendance
• Personal accountability and proven results
• Basic computer skills and Microsoft Office competency
• Beginner knowledge of machines, tools, and shop management systems (preferred)
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A (preferred)
• DOT safety regulated and safety‑sensitive position; age/work‑hour requirements per state law

• Obtain CDL within 6 months after hire
• Pass Ryder drug test
• Pass DOT physical
• Pass Ryder road test
• Pass Ryder background and motor‑vehicle check (including drug/alcohol verification of prior employments for the last 3 years)

• Move heavy‑duty vehicles into/out of yard, wash bay, service shop, or rental shop; wash and detail vehicles manually or with automated equipment.
• Fuel diesel, natural gas, and hybrid vehicles per shop safety policies; record fuel activity and maintain fuel/DEF inventories.
• Perform multi‑point inspections on inbound units, checking tire pressure, fluid levels, lights, welding, tire changes, refrigeration units, and reporting issues.
• Maintain fuel island area to Six Sigma standards; perform minor facility maintenance as assigned.
• Attend and complete Technician Training Development Program requirements and assessments, including Service Island, Technician I and II training modules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a 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, veteran status, or disability.