Diesel Tech Trainee
Company: Ryder System
Location: Lakeland
Posted on: May 14, 2022
Job Description:
Position Description We are currently hiring a Diesel Technician
Trainee in Lakeland, FL! 2nd Shift Tues-Sat Tues- Fri: 3pm -
11:30pm Sat: 12pm - 8pm $18.28/HR 401(k), Medical Insurance,
Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts,
Vacation Time (PTO), Paid Holidays, Boot Voucher, PPE, Uniforms,
Paid Training, Certification Programs, On-The-Job Training,
Discounts on Travel, Wireless Services, Electronics and goods and
services! Paid time off for Covid Vaccinations! Are you looking for
an excellent place to work that offers great pay, benefits and
incentives? Do you want to work on new trucks using state of the
art tools? Do you want a rewarding career with one of the largest
transportation companies in the country? Do you want to work for a
Fortune 500 Industry Leader? If you answered "Yes" to these
questions, you've got to check out Ryder! Apply Now! Call or text
"Lakeland" to Rachel at 956-231-7283 for more info! For almost 100
years, Ryder has provided customers around the world with
integrated transportation, logistics, and supply chain management
solutions that enhance the way they do business. Building and
maintaining a fleet takes time, resources, and expertise few
companies can spare. We are a Fortune 500 company with 800+
locations and over 40,000 employees across the US! Employee
satisfaction is part of our culture. Apply today and see why a job
with Ryder is what you've been looking for. Call us or go online to
apply for one of our awesome opportunities. The Technician Trainee
(TT) role is a developmental position intended to familiarize a new
employee with the Technician role while working as a Service
Employee and is enrolled in Ryder's 18 month Technical Training
Developmental Program. The incumbent will be assigned to a mentor
and receive hands-on experience and knowledge in a professional
shop environment. In addition, Ryder will have the opportunity to
gauge the trainee's technical aptitude, work ethic, and if they are
a culture fit. The ultimate goal is to acclimate the Technician
Trainee to Ryder's current business model, culture, and practices
which could potentially lead to a future Technician I or Technician
II position. The Technician Trainee must be able to fulfill all
assigned responsibilities and technician training on a weekly
basis, as guided by their assigned location mentor. The TT must be
in good standing with their employment and throughout the
developmental program. As with all Fleet Management Solutions (FMS)
Shop positions, the trainee is responsible for adhering to all
Ryder Maintenance Operations policies and procedures. Upon
completion of the Technical Training Developmental Program, the TT
will be prepared for technician level opportunities within the
company. \#INDTech \#LI-Post \#FB Requirements
- H.S. diploma/GED in General H.S. subjects
- 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
- Workindependently 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
designs, uses, repair, and maintenance preferred
- Beginner level knowledge of shop management systems
preferred
- Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A Valid driver's
license (180 Days)
- DOT safety regulated position; regulated tech
- Safety sensitive position; minimum age requirements and work
hours will be determined by State Law Regulated Tech:
- 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 Important Note: Additional requirements may be required
in different locations and/or accounts. Responsibilities
- 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; this includes using
hand held 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 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. Training will include hands-on and
online training as well as performing tasks learned. Technician
Training Development Program will include but is not limited
to:
- Service Island Training:
- Service Island Multi-point Inspection (includes Hand Held)
- 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. Job
Locations US-FL-LAKELAND Posted Date 1 week ago (5/2/2022 9:50 AM)
Requisition ID 2022-118774 Category Technicians/Service Employees
Employment Type Regular-Full time Travel Requirements 0-10%
Position Code 8197
Keywords: Ryder System, Lakeland , Diesel Tech Trainee, Other , Lakeland, Florida
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