Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level
$250–$50,000 year
On-siteLa Vergne, Tennessee, United States
Job Summary
Move heavy duty vehicles into or out of yard, wash bay, service shop, or delivered to 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. Perform multi-point inspection on inbound units as required by company policies and procedures, including checking vehicle tire pressure and thread, fluid levels, lights, washing vehicle 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, including hands-on and online training covering Service Island Multi-point Inspection, Vehicle Fueling and Washing, Environmental Safety & Spill Response, Safe Driving, Preventive Maintenance, Tire and Wheel, Service Bay Tool, HD Electrical, Air and Hydraulic Brakes, and other duties as assigned. Schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, with second shifts running Tuesday through Thursday 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm, Friday 12:00 pm to 8:30 pm, and Saturday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.
Required Qualifications
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Proficiency in English written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated customer service skills
- Strong technical aptitude with ability to learn to use and maintain equipment and machinery
- Ability to: Quickly troubleshoot and resolve problems
- Ability to: Work independently and as a member of a team
- Ability to: Professionally represent Ryder and competently engage both Ryder employees and customers
- Ability to: Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
- Must have track record of performance and good attendance
- Strong sense of personal accountability and a proven track record of achieving desired results
- Competency in basic computer skills and in a Microsoft Office environment
- Beginner level knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
- Beginner level knowledge of shop management systems
- Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A
- Must be able to 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 (3) years
Desired Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred
- Zero to one (1) year mechanical experience working with, and maintaining, primarily diesel engines preferred
- Strong sense of personal accountability and a proven track record of achieving desired results
- Strong technical aptitude with ability to learn to use and maintain equipment and machinery preferred
- Quickly troubleshoot and resolve problems preferred
- Demonstrated customer service skills
- Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
- Must have track record of performance and good attendance
- Beginner level knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance preferred
- Beginner level knowledge of shop management systems preferred
- Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred
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