Diesel Lot Porter

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Permanent Full Time Diesel Truck Lot Porter located in Springfield, Massachusetts. The role involves maintaining and exercising trucks/tractors, ensuring equipment readiness, and supporting yard organization.

• Hourly Pay: $28.00 per hour
• Schedule:
  
  Monday – Friday
• Hours:
  
  First Shift 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (1st shift)
• CDL A or B is required.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year or more mechanical and/or customer service experience required
• Knowledge of truck and trailer equipment, advanced required
• Valid Driver’s License, meet Ryder’s driving qualifications; CDL preferred or ability to obtain CDL
• Ability to work in an outdoor environment for unit acceptance, exercising, lot management, and customer pick‑ups
• Customer focus and support orientation
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Organized and capable of multitasking
• Basic computer skills – tablet for checking/inspecting units via e‑mail

Applicants must:

• 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 3 years

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

• Exercise trucks/tractors to ensure equipment is roadworthy and ready for sale
• Guarantee that customer units are ready for delivery or transport from the UTC without issues
• Transport equipment around the yard ensuring the yard is orderly, organized, and presentable
• Perform light mechanical work such as jump starts, battery installation, fluid management while troubleshooting mechanical issues
• Coordinate and communicate with local Ryder shops or third‑party service providers for repairs
• Ensure equipment is clean and presentable
• Submit weekly equipment exercise data via Teams

• Special projects as assigned
• Performs other duties as assigned

• On‑site paid training
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) etc. starting at 30 days
• 12 weeks of paid maternity leave
• Paid Time Off accrues at day one with 80 hours per year
• Additional day off for U.S. Military Veterans
• 401(k) company match
• 15% employee discount on high‑valued stock
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance provided

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, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.