RyderTechnician Trainee

Burlington, ON, L7N 3G2, CAN

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About Ryder

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 and Canada! Employee satisfaction is part of our culture.

About the Job

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.

Work Type : Full-time Permanent

Pay Rate : $18.00 -$19.00per hour

Shifts : 2-week rotating shift

M to F, Dayshift : (6 : 00am to 2 : 30pm,) Afternoon Shift(2 : 30pm to 11 : 00pm)

Why Ryder : Weekly pay.

Excellent benefits package after 30 days.

10 days of Paid Time Off upon hire

Retirement Pension Plans.

Education Assistance

RRSP

Stock options

Boot allowance

A safe, friendly and respectful working environment.

Room for growth.

Lots of learning opportunities

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. The 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

Qualifications

• diploma / GED required

No prior mechanical experience required

One (1) year mechanical experience working with and maintaining primarily diesel engines preferred

Valid Driver’s license Class G2 or above)

Must be 18 years of age or older

Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrates customer service skills

Possesses strong technical aptitude.

Ability to learn to use and maintain equipment and machinery (preferred)

Quickly troubleshoot and resolve problems (preferred)

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

Demonstrates 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

Ability to professionally represent Ryder and competently engage both Ryder employees as well as customers

Should you have any questions about this job, application process etc., please feel free to contact our recruiter according to the information below :

Recruiter : Kathy Zhang :

Phone : +1 819 412 4813 ( this phone number can only receive text message or voicemail, we will respond to your questions asap)

Email : nan