Diesel Technician Trainee

Job Description

Diesel Technician Trainee | Ryder

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Ryder, located in Davie, FL, offering a clear path to a stable and rewarding career. Ryder is a leader in logistics and transportation, and this position is an exceptional opportunity to be paid while training to become a skilled Diesel Mechanic Technician. This role is crucial for maintaining Ryder’s fleet, ensuring operational efficiency and safety through comprehensive vehicle service and inspection.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Regular-Full time
• Location: In-person, Davie, FL
• Pay: $21.98 hourly
• Mission: Provide essential vehicle maintenance, fueling, and inspection services while undergoing comprehensive training to become a skilled Diesel Mechanic Technician.
• Tech Stack: Hand-held devices, shop management systems, Microsoft Office environment

What You’ll Actually Do
• Vehicle Management: Facilitate the movement of heavy-duty vehicles within the yard, wash bay, and service shop, ensuring they are cleaned and detailed.
• Fuel and Inspection: Properly fuel diesel, natural gas, and hybrid vehicles, accurately recording fuel activity, managing inventories, and performing multi-point inspections on inbound units.
• Facility Upkeep: Maintain the fuel island area to company standards and execute minor facility maintenance tasks as assigned by a supervisor.
• Skills Development: Actively participate in the Technician Training Development Program, completing hands-on and online modules to build foundational skills.
• Specialized Training: Progress through structured training that includes service island operations, preventive maintenance, tire and wheel service, HD electrical systems, and air and hydraulic brakes.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level role, suitable for individuals with a desire to learn; a High School diploma or equivalent is preferred. Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Experience: No prior experience is strictly required, as Ryder provides paid on-the-job training. Up to one year of mechanical experience with primarily diesel engines is preferred, but not essential.
• Skills: Proficiency in English written and verbal communication, demonstrated customer service skills, basic computer competency in a Microsoft Office environment, and strong time management.
• Bonus: Preferred qualifications include a High School diploma or equivalent, some mechanical experience (0-1 year, primarily diesel), strong technical aptitude, ability to quickly troubleshoot problems, beginner knowledge of machines/tools and shop management systems, and a Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A. Candidates must be able to obtain a CDL within 6 months of hire.