Technician Trainee

Position Description

Diesel Technician Trainee – Highland Park, Michigan. This role includes paid on‑the‑job training to become a full‑time Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician.

• Move heavy‑duty vehicles into or out of the yard, wash bay, service shop, or deliver to the 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; use handheld devices to properly identify customers and required services.
• Perform multi‑point inspection on inbound units as required by company policies and procedures; this includes checking tire pressure and tread, fluid levels, lights, washing 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 includes hands‑on and online training as well as performing tasks learned. The program includes:
• Service Island Training: multi‑point inspection (handheld), vehicle fueling and washing, environmental safety & spill response, safe driving, service island organization & cleanliness (6S).
• Technician I Training: preventive maintenance, tire and wheel, service bay tools.
• Technician II Training: HD electrical, air and hydraulic brakes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Zero to one year of mechanical experience working with, and maintaining, primarily diesel engines (preferred).
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Proficiency in written and verbal English communication skills.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Strong technical aptitude and willingness to learn to use and maintain equipment and machinery (preferred).
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems, work independently or as a member of a team, professionally represent Ryder and 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 Microsoft Office environment.
• Beginner level knowledge of machines and tools, including 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; age and work hours determined by State law.

• Must be able to 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 and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last three years.

• Hourly pay $24.13 per hour.
• Weekly pay.
• Schedule:
  
  Monday–Friday; weekends off.
• Hours:
  
  Second shift 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm.
• No experience required; on‑the‑job paid training.
• PPE and uniforms issued.
• Tool and boot allowance provided.
• State‑of‑the‑art equipment.

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 status as a qualified individual with disability.