Apprentice 310T Mechanic

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We want to advance your career!

Our shop recently promoted one of our Apprentice Heavy Equipment Mechanics, and we are excited to jumpstart your career.

About the position:
 

• PTO Policy: 10 days of paid time off in your first year (in addition to regular vacation pay).
• Weekdays only. Rotating day and afternoon shifts, Monday to Friday
• Work with a registered 310T who has over 25 years experience (with Ryder....we have amazing employee/employer loyalty).
• Weekly pay with Direct Deposit
• RRSP, Stock Options, and a COMPANY PAID PENSION PLAN 

If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

Essential Functions
 

• PERFORMS VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR DUTIES INCLUDING:
  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)

Additional Responsibilities
 

• TIRE AND WHEEL MAINTENANCE: Tire/Wheel safety trained within 90 days (TW208)
  Perform air pressure checks
  check tread depth
  Identify tires that need to be changed or repaired
  Perform tire P.M. checks
  Replace tire and wheel assemblies
• PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: PM trained and qualified within 90 days (PM230 & PM298)
  Proper lube techniques
  Minimal tire inspection
  Brake check/applied stroke
  Battery check
  Under vehicle check/loose components
  Fault code identification
• BRAKE-HYDRAULIC: Brake Hydraulic trained and qualified within90 days (BH220 & BH298)* where appropriate
  Road test for proper operation
  Make visual inspections for leaks
  Check park brake operation
  check fluid level
  Measure lining thickness
  Adjust service brakes
  Adjust park brakes
• BRAKES-AIR: Brake Air trained and qualified within 90 days (BA220 & BA298)
  Identify, remove & replace all brake-related defective components
  Identify components of air brake system
  Operate brakes and identify irregular noises, air leaks
  Perform simple air system tests
  Measure lining thickness
  Adjust brakes
  Perform air brake sections of P.M.
  Measure drums, rotors, cam bushings
• A/C & HEATER:
  Operate the system and recognize if the system is cooling or not (PM related)
  Perform basic system checks such as power to compressor, condenser obstructions, belt tension, etc.
• CARGO HANDLING/TRANSFER, LIFTGATES:
  Identify leaks
  Operate lift gate
  Identify make and model
  Add fluid to bring to proper level
• CHARGING SYSTEMS: (electrical): HD electrical trained within 90 days (DR208)
  Visually inspect batteries
  Clean connections
  Check condition of belts
  check alternator mounting and pulley
  Replace and adjust belts
• CRANKING SYSTEM: (electrical)
  Inspect and test batteries
  Visually inspect cables and cranking motor
  Clean the battery cables, connections and starter
  Replace batteries
  Charge and check batteries
  Replace or repair defective cables
• LIGHTING SYSTEM AND ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES:
  Repair minor wiring problems
  Repair minor lighting problems
  Replace bulbs, lenses and simple light assemblies
  Replace and adjust sealed beams
  Install or replace accessories such as heated mirrors, fans, radios, CB's, spotlights, electronic devises, etc
• CLUTCH:
  Lubricate throw-out bearing, linkage, shafts and cables
  Identify proper clutch operation and adjust
  Adjust hydraulic or mechanical clutches
• COOLING SYSTEMS:
  Check and adjust coolant levels
  Visually inspect system for leaks
  Make minor repairs such as hose replacements, fan shrouds, leaking fittings, etc.
  Recognize permanent anti-freezes and their requirements
  Use refractometer
  Use pressure tester
• 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:
  Check and adjust oil levels
  Identify unusual noises and oil leaks
• FUEL SYSTEMS:
  Replace and prime fuel filter
  Check gas and diesel fuel system components such as fuel lines, pickup tubes, return lines, etc. for proper integrity and condition
• STEERING AND NON DRIVEN AXLES AND ALIGNMENT:
  Lubricate grease fittings, check and adjust fluid levels
  Check all steering components for wear
• SUSPENSION-CHASSIS AND CAB:
  Identify makes and models
  Identify normal operation
  Identify and repair air leaks
  Identify malfunctions and make basic repairs (broken springs, excessive wear on bushings, etc) with moderate supervision
• VEHICLE COUPLIN SYSTEM (PM)
  Lubricate fifth wheel plate and slider mechanism
  Operate slider mechanism
• Performs other support duties as assigned to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support

Skills and Abilities
 

• Highly thorough and dependableWork shift work and weekend as requiredPerform 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 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
• Vocational or Technical Certification Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications, preferred
• Basic tools, required
• Demonstrated aptitude and applied experience in mechanical repair of automotive gas or diesel engines including:
  - Routine preventative maintenance, which should include oil changes, brake and tire work, required
• Two (2) years or more of a combination of classroom training and work experience in required experience 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

Description du poste: Ryder est à la recherche d'une personne motivée pour se joindre à notre équipe en tant qu'apprenti mécanicien d'équipements lourds, pour entretenir et maintenir notre flotte de camions poids lourds et mi-lourds, diesel et à essence. Le candidat idéal doit être inscrit à un programme d'apprentissage en vue d'obtenir son permis provincial. À titre d'apprenti mécanicien, vous aurez accès au développement, aux conseils et au soutien d'une équipe de techniciens chevronnés. De plus, Ryder fournit un soutien pour continuer votre formation et votre ascension vers un poste de technicien entièrement certifié, par le remboursement des frais de scolarité et un salaire supérieur pendant votre apprentissage. Il s'agit là d'une excellente occasion pour un apprenti capable et fiable, de commencer une carrière enrichissante avec nous. Exigences: - Consciencieux pour la sécurité, aptitudes pour travailler dans un environnement axé sur la sécurité - Inscription au programme d'apprentissage - Connaissance des bulletins techniques des fournisseurs - Maîtrise de tous les outils du métier; connaissance des machines d'atelier et des outils électriques - Bonnes aptitudes informatiques, fiable, orienté vers le travail d'équipe et de solides compétences pour le service à la clientèle - Permis de conduire valide et dossier de conduite sans faute Responsabilités: Fonctions d'un apprenti mécanicien: - Service sur camions poids lourds et mi-lourds, diesel et à essence, y compris: - Réparations mineures des moteurs ou des composantes de moteurs - Inspections de véhicules - Lubrifications et changements d'huile - Aider les techniciens à la lubrification et les employés du service selon les besoins - Maintenir l'atelier propre - Relations clients - traiter avec les clients internes et externes

Job Category
Technicians

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