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Company: Ryder
Location: Dartmouth, NS, Canada
Career Level: Entry Level
Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Trucking

Description

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Job Description :

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.

Summary

Under close supervision, the Technician I performs minor routine maintenance and repair services on different types of vehicles. Works with the assistance of a T2, T3, T4, TIC SS or SM, when performing technical and diagnostic type repairs. Task assignments are directed by shop management to encourage development in a productive manner.

Pay Rate: $19 per hour + $1.00 afternoons.

Work Type: Full-time Permanent

Location: Dartmouth

Shifts: 2-week rotation shift, Days: 6:30am to 3:00pm, Afternoons: 3:00pm 12:00am

Why Ryder:

  • Ryder has been Recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers in 2025
  • Weekly pay.
  • 10 days of Paid Time Off upon hire
  • Excellent benefits package after 30 days (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Benefits including Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
  • Employee discount of 15% on Ryder stock
  • A safe, friendly and respectful work environment

Essential Functions

  • Performs basic vehicle maintenance. Perform component identification and minor repairs. Perform preventive maintenance with training and support.
  • Diagnose minor mechanical and electronic problems, utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable. Identifies root cause of "minor" failures/conditions and perform repairs as required
  • Performs facility maintenance duties
  • Utilizes key functions of Shop Management System and electronic documentation available
  • Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task
  • Works in accordance with all federal/ provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT,MOT)

Additional Responsibilities

  • PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: PM trained and qualified within 90 days
  • TIRE AND WHEEL MAINTENANCE: Tire & Wheel safety trained within 90 days (TW208)
  • A/C AND HEATER.
  • BRAKES-AIR.
  • CARGO HANDLING/TRANSPER, LIFTGATES.
  • CHARGING SYSTEMS (electrical): HD electrical trained within 90 days (DR208).
  • CRANKING SYSTEM (electrical).
  • LIGHTING SYSTEM AND ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES.
  • CLUTCH.
  • COOLING SYSTEMS.
  • DRIVE AXLES.
  • Inspect housings for leaks.
  • Change oil and filter, if required, and clean breathers.
  • DRIVE LINE:Lubricate drive line.
  • DIESEL/GAS ENGINES-ALL ENGINES.
  • FUEL SYSTEMS.
  • STEERING AND NON-DRIVEN AXLES AND ALIGNMENT.
  • SUSPENSION-CHASSIS AND CAB.
  • VEHICLE COUPLING SYSTEM (pm).

Skills and Abilities

  • A valid Driver's license required ( Class 5 or above).
  • Ability to read and/or listen and understand information and ideas communicated
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Highly thorough and dependable
  • Must be able to work "shift work" and weekends as required
  • Strong mechanical skills
  • Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and perform all entry level tasks
  • Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
  • Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment
  • Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills
  • Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices
  • Knowledge of and ability to apply knowledge of computers intermediate required

Qualifications

  • H.S. diploma/GED preferred
  • Basic tools, required
  • One (1) year or more experience in transportation maintenance, preferred
  • Knowledge of and ability to apply knowledge of computers, intermediate required
  • Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred

Travel:

Safety Sensitive - Non-Regulated Tech

DOT Regulated: Regulated Tech

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: nanzhang@ryder.com_

Business Hours: M to F, 8:00am to 5:00pm EST

Job Category: Technicians

Compensation Information :

The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:

Pay Type :

Hourly

Minimum Pay Range:

$19

Maximum Pay Range:

$19

Ryder is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

We value Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace and encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, visible minorities, aboriginals and persons with disabilities.

In accordance with our commitment to diversity and inclusion, Ryder welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment, selection, and assessment process. Should you require an accommodation, please inform the Human Resources representative of the nature of the accommodation requested so that we may discuss your needs with you. If you require assistance in order to apply please contact us at 226-213-4040.

Security Notice for Applicants:

Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through http://www.ryder.com/en-ca/careers .

Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com or 800-793-3754.

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