Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level
Ryder System, Inc., Cranberry, PA, United States
Position Description
Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Cranberry Township, PA — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a Technician career you can feel good about.
We will pay you while training to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician in Cranberry Township, PA.
If you're interested in starting a new career, Ryder is looking for you!
Benefits
Hourly Pay: $24.42 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, Weekends OFF
Hours: Second Shift 1:00 pm – 9:30 pm
No experience needed
On the job paid training
Medical, dental, vision after 30 days
80 hours PTO your first year, starting day 1
Yearly merit pay increases
401(k) company match
PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
Build your skills — paid training
Safety‑first workplace & state‑of‑the‑art equipment
Top Tech Competition: Earn $250 – $50,000 per year
U.S. military veterans – extra paid day off
15% company stock discount
Up to $5,000 in tech tuition repayment
12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to eligibility criteria)
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
0 to 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)
Work independently and as a member of a team
Professionally represent Ryder and competently engage both Ryder employees and customers
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 design, uses, repair, and maintenance (preferred)
Beginner level knowledge of shop management systems (preferred)
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A, preferred
DOT safety regulated position; regulated tech
Safety sensitive position; minimum age requirements and work hours will be determined by state law
Regulated Tech Requirements
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 years
Responsibilities
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 all shop safety policies and procedures; record fuel activity and maintain proper fuel and DEF inventories and reconciliation; this includes using handheld devices to properly identify customer and required services.
Perform multi‑point inspection on inbound units as required by company policies and procedures; this includes checking vehicle tire pressure and tread, 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. Training will include hands‑on and online training as well as performing tasks learned.
Training includes:
Service Island Training: Service Island Multi‑point Inspection (includes handheld)
Vehicle Fueling and Washing
Environmental Safety & Spill Response
Safe Driving
Service Island Organization & Cleanliness (6S standards)
Technician I Training: Preventive Maintenance; Tire and Wheel; Service Bay Tool
Technician II Training: HD Electrical; Air and Hydraulic Brakes
Performs 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, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Cranberry Township, PA — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a Technician career you can feel good about.
We will pay you while training to become a Ryder Diesel Mechanic Technician in Cranberry Township, PA.
If you're interested in starting a new career, Ryder is looking for you!
Benefits
Hourly Pay: $24.42 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, Weekends OFF
Hours: Second Shift 1:00 pm – 9:30 pm
No experience needed
On the job paid training
Medical, dental, vision after 30 days
80 hours PTO your first year, starting day 1
Yearly merit pay increases
401(k) company match
PPE, uniforms, and boot allowance
Build your skills — paid training
Safety‑first workplace & state‑of‑the‑art equipment
Top Tech Competition: Earn $250 – $50,000 per year
U.S. military veterans – extra paid day off
15% company stock discount
Up to $5,000 in tech tuition repayment
12 weeks paid maternity leave (subject to eligibility criteria)
Employee discounts on tools, vehicles, travel, tech & more
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
0 to 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)
Work independently and as a member of a team
Professionally represent Ryder and competently engage both Ryder employees and customers
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 design, uses, repair, and maintenance (preferred)
Beginner level knowledge of shop management systems (preferred)
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A, preferred
DOT safety regulated position; regulated tech
Safety sensitive position; minimum age requirements and work hours will be determined by state law
Regulated Tech Requirements
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 years
Responsibilities
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 all shop safety policies and procedures; record fuel activity and maintain proper fuel and DEF inventories and reconciliation; this includes using handheld devices to properly identify customer and required services.
Perform multi‑point inspection on inbound units as required by company policies and procedures; this includes checking vehicle tire pressure and tread, 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. Training will include hands‑on and online training as well as performing tasks learned.
Training includes:
Service Island Training: Service Island Multi‑point Inspection (includes handheld)
Vehicle Fueling and Washing
Environmental Safety & Spill Response
Safe Driving
Service Island Organization & Cleanliness (6S standards)
Technician I Training: Preventive Maintenance; Tire and Wheel; Service Bay Tool
Technician II Training: HD Electrical; Air and Hydraulic Brakes
Performs 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, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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