Operations Management Trainee

Ryder System, Inc.; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Benefits package

Retirement plan

Job summary

Ryder is seeking an Operations Management Trainee in Dartmouth, NS. The role supports shop management, cost-saving initiatives, customer retention, and metrics-driven projects across Operations, Asset Management, Sales, Quality, and Rental.

The trainee will coordinate PM scheduling, track repairs, and collaborate with maintenance teams to optimize costs while developing skills in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 1+ year in customer service with issue resolution preferred.
• Strong PC skills including spreadsheets and document processing.

Responsibilities

• Support shop management processes and cost-saving initiatives.
• Assist in cost control, customer retention, and metric-driven projects.
• Coordinate across Operations, Asset Management, Sales, Quality, and Rental.
• Ensure PM scheduling, breakdowns status, and repair planning.

Skills

Detail oriented

Verbal & written communication

Multi-tasking

Mechanical skills

Relationship building

Team & independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Spreadsheet

Word processing

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
• Wage: $53,000
• Shifts: Monday – Friday, Rotational Shifts, 2 weeks: 6:30am – 2:30pm & 2 weeks: 2:30pm – 11:30pm
• Location: Dartmouth, NS

Why Ryder?

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

Additional Resources

Here’s a Realistic Job preview for the Ops Management Trainee role: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9vuij8A0IE

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.

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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.

• Pay Type: Salaried
• Minimum Pay Range: $53,000
• Maximum Pay Range: $53,000

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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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.

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About Ryder Operations

Ryder operates behind the scenes, managing critical fleet, transportation and supply chain functions for over 50,000 customers, many of which make the products that consumers use every day. When you choose Ryder, you get access to industry-leading technology, one of North America’s largest fleet of trucks, an expansive infrastructure of maintenance facilities and warehouses, and some of the most talented people in the industry.

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