Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in North Haven, Connecticut, offering weekly pay and excellent benefits. During training, you will earn while learning the skills to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician.

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Pay & Schedule

• Hourly Pay: $22.75
• Schedule:
  
  Monday–Friday;
  Weekends off
• Hours:
  
  3:30 PM – 12:00 AM (Second Shift)

Benefits

• No experience needed
• On‑job paid training
• Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days
• 80 hours PTO in your 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
• Extra paid day off for U.S. military veterans
• 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 year mechanical experience with diesel engines preferred
• Must be 18 years old or older
• Proficiency in written and verbal English
• Demonstrated customer service skills
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn to use and maintain equipment and machinery preferred
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems quickly (preferred)
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Professionally represent Ryder and engage employees and customers
• Excellent time‑management and priority‑setting skills
• Good attendance and performance track record
• Strong sense of personal accountability and proven results
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office
• Beginner knowledge of machines and tools, and shop management systems (preferred)
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A (preferred)
• Regulated tech position requirements (see below)

• 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

• Move heavy‑duty vehicles into or out of 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 shop safety policies
• Record fuel activity and maintain proper fuel and DEF inventories and reconciliation
• Perform multi‑point inspection on inbound units (check tire pressure, fluid levels, lights, and more)
• Maintain fuel island area to Six Sigma standards; perform minor facility maintenance as assigned
• Attend and complete Technician Training Development Program requirements and assessments, which include
  • Service Island Training: multi‑point inspection, vehicle fueling and washing, environmental safety & spill response, safe driving, 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

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.