Operations Management Trainee

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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. At Ryder, we have a long history of investing in our employees and providing a collaborative team-based culture that encourages growth across all levels and positions.
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:

Type: Full time/Permanent
Shifts: Monday - Friday 11:00am - 7:30pm

Salary: $55,000

Location: Burlington, ON
Why Ryder:

• Weekly pay

• Excellent benefits package after 30 days

• 10 days of Paid Time Off upon hire

• Retirement Pension Plans

• DPSP, RRSP

• Stock options

• A safe, friendly and respectful working environment

• Recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers in 2025

Summary

The Operations Management Trainee will support the shop management process and assist in cost savings, customer retention, and metric-based initiatives. This requires the Management Trainee to work cross functionally across Operations, Asset Management, Sales, Quality, and Rental. 

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the customer relationship activities by providing quality customer interface, proactive customer management, issue resolution, and customer satisfaction.

• Coordinate with the rental department to ensure maximum utilization without compromising lease customers.

• Partner with Sales staff on customer calls for new business and increased customer satisfaction.

• Manage running costs and maintenance overheads. Ensure policy and processes are followed to optimize running costs and maintenance overhead.

• Accountable for coordinating with Maintenance, Asset Management, Sales and Marketing to ensure customer satisfaction.

• Ensure accurate PM scheduling and follow up, breakdowns and vehicle status updates; oversee Technician work planning for efficiency, training, and flexibility.

Additional Responsibilities

• Relocation within the business unit at the conclusion of the training program is required.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices, Required.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills , Required.

• Instills commitment to organizational goals , Required.

• Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills Able to prioritize work, Required.

• Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment , Required.

• Strong mechanical skills , Required.

• Effective interpersonal skills Excellent influencing skills, Required.

• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors). , Required.

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, Required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree, Required.

• 1 year or more in customer service with issues resolution experience, Preferred.

• Strong PC knowledge/skills to include spreadsheet and word processing software packages Advanced, Required.

• Basic understanding of Business Finance, controls and metrics Beginner, Required.

Job Category

Operations and Support

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Our Culture & Commitment:

At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.

Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.

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:

Salaried

Minimum Pay Range:

$55k

Maximum Pay Range:

$55k

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 888-957-9337.

Authorization to Work in Canada:

As part of our commitment to compliance with employment and immigration laws, all applicants must have valid legal authorization to work in Canada. Maintaining this authorization is the responsibility of every employee and is a condition of continued employment.

Important Note:

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned. All screening is conducted in accordance with applicable privacy and human rights legislation and is limited to information directly related to the requirements of the position.

Security Notice for Applicants:

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