Diesel Mechanic Entry Level Trainee

Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The role involves paid training to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician. The trainee will work on heavy-duty vehicles, perform multi-point inspections, and maintain fuel island areas to Six Sigma standards.

What You Will Do

The main day-to-day responsibilities include washing and detailing vehicles, fueling diesel, natural gas, and hybrid vehicles, performing multi-point inspections, and maintaining fuel and DEF inventories. The trainee will also perform minor maintenance tasks and attend Technician Training Development Program requirements and assessments.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Ryder is looking for individuals with a strong sense of personal accountability, a proven track record of achieving desired results, and the ability to work independently and as a member of a team. The company offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and a 401(k) company match.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Zero to one (1) year mechanical experience working with, and maintaining, primarily diesel engines preferred
• 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 preferred
• Ability to quickly troubleshoot and resolve problems preferred
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision after 30 days
• Earn PTO starting Day 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year
• Yearly merit pay increases
• 401 (k) company match
• PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
• Paid training that keeps you ahead
• Safety-first workplace & State-of-the-art equipment
• Top Tech Competition: Earn $250 – $50,000 per year
• 15% company stock discount
• Up to $5,000 in Tech tuition repayment
• 12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to specific eligibility criteria, including work tenure)
• Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more