Diesel Mechanic Entry Level Trainee

Position Overview

Diesel Technician Trainee at Ryder in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Pay $22.00/hr while training to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician. Employees receive weekly pay and excellent benefits.

• No experience needed
• On the job paid training
• Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days
• 80 hours PTO start day 1
• Yearly merit pay increases
• 401(k) company match
• PPE, uniforms, 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 (subject to eligibility)
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more

• 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
• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Strong technical aptitude
• Problem‑solving and independent work skills
• Ability to work with a team
• Represent Ryder professionally
• Time management and priority setting
• Good attendance and performance record
• Accountability and proven results
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office
• Beginner knowledge of machines, tools, shop systems (preferred)
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A (preferred)
• DOT safety regulated position; safety sensitive

• Obtain CDL within 6 months after hire
• Pass Ryder drug test
• Pass DOT physical
• Pass Ryder road test
• Pass background check including last 3 years

• Move heavy‑duty vehicles in/out of yard, wash bay, service shop or rental shop
• Wash and detail vehicles manually or using automated equipment
• Fuel diesel, natural gas, and hybrid vehicles per shop safety policies
• Record fuel activity, maintain fuel and DEF inventories
• Use handheld devices to identify customers and services
• Perform multi‑point inspection on inbound units per company policy
• Check tire pressure, fluid levels, lights, washing windows, change tires, inspect refrigeration units, and report issues
• Maintain fuel island area to Six Sigma standards; perform minor facility maintenance as assigned
• Attend and complete Technician Training Development Program, including hands‑on and online training; tasks include Service Island training, Multi‑point inspection, Vehicle fueling, Washing, Environmental safety, Safe driving, 6S standards, Technician I and II training modules
• Perform other duties as assigned

Ryder is 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 disability.