Technician Trainee

Summary

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.

Type of Work: Full-time, Permanent

Pay Rate: $18 per hour

Shifts: Monday to Friday, 6:30am to 2:30pm

Why Ryder:

• Weekly pay.
• Excellent benefits package after 30 days.
• Retirement Pension Plans.
• Education Assistance
• RRSP
• Stock options.
• A safe, friendly and respectful working environment.
• Room for growth.
• Lots of learning opportunities

Essential Functions

• 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 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. 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

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities

• 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

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED preferred
• 0 to One (1) year Related work experience preferred
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred

Travel: None

Safety Sensitive

Yes