Apprentice Technician - Mississauga, Canada - Ryder System

Ryder System

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Mississauga, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

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Summary

Under close supervision, the Heavy Duty Apprentice Technician performs minor to average routine maintenance and repair services on different types of vehicles.

Works with the assistance of a Licensed Technician, Shop Supervisor and Manager, when performing highly technical and superior diagnostic type repairs.

Task assignments are directed by shop management to encourage development in a productive manner. The Apprentice Technician performs minor to average repairs and routine maintenance under limited supervision. The Apprentice Technician may be assigned to work/train directly with a Senior Technician or Licensed Technician.

Type:
full-time, perm

Wage :
From $21 to $31, depending the apprenticeship level.

Signing Bonus:
$3,000

Shifts:

Two Options:

Tuesday to Saturday, 6:30am to 3:00pm ( additional $1.00 per hour weekend premium applied)
Friday to Monday, 6:30 to 5:00pm ( additional $1.00 per hour weekend premium applied)

Why Ryder:

Weekly pay.
Excellent benefits package after 30 days.
Education Assistance
10 days of Paid Time Off in your first year (on top of your regular vacation pay)
Retirement Pension Plans.
RRSP
Stock options.
A safe, friendly and respectful working environment.
Room for growth.
Lots of learning opportunities

Responsibilities

Performs standard vehicle maintenance.
Performs standard component inspections and repairs.
Performs preventive maintenance.
Diagnoses standard mechanical and electronic problems, utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable.
Identifies root cause of basic failures/conditions and perform repairs as required
Replace defective components as instructed.
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
Performs facility maintenance duties
Works in accordance with all federal/ provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT)

Qualifications

H.S. diploma/GED required
Associate's degree preferred in related field
One (1) year or more combination of classroom training and work experience of mechanical repairs on heavy duty and medium duty equipment.
Highly thorough and dependable
Work shift work and weekend as required
Perform all entry level tasks
Ability to read and/or listen and understand information and ideas communicated
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong mechanical skills
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 selfdriven to excel in a fastpaced environment
Capable of multitasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills
Detail oriented with excellent followup practices