Operations Management Trainee

Ryder System, Inc.; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Paid time off (vacation, illness, bere

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Bensenville, IL seeks an Operations Management Trainee to support shop management and drive cost savings, retention, and metric initiatives. The program spans across Operations, Asset Management, Sales, Quality, and Rental Management, with a clear path toward an Ops Supervisor role.

You will train in a heavy‑duty truck repair shop, learn operations and fleet maintenance, and progress through the program while being paid weekly. Bachelor’s degree is required for eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 1 year or more in customer service with issue resolution experience preferred.
• Strong PC knowledge including spreadsheet and word processing.
• Basic understanding of business finance, controls and metrics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain quality customer interface and proactive customer management.
• Coordinate with rental department to maximize utilization without compromising lease customers.
• Partner with Sales on customer calls for new business and satisfaction.
• Manage running costs and maintenance overheads.
• Ensure policy adherence to optimize costs and maintenance.

Skills

Detail oriented

Verbal and written communication

multitasking

Time management

Strong mechanical skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Word processing

Job description

Job Description: 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 Manager Trainee to work cross functionally across Operations, Asset Management, Sales, Quality, and Rental Management. This program is fast-paced and touches every aspect of the business unit. In this role, you will acquire proven industry knowledge, skills and resources to develop your operations & fleet maintenance background. We allow you to carve out your own career path and promote from within, based on performance. The ideal path of progression in this role is an Ops Supervisor. Now hiring individuals that are interested in working in the transportation industry. This job is an opportunity to learn how to manage a heavy-duty truck repair shop while being paid to train! This job requires a completed 4-year college degree!

Location: Bensenville, IL

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Hours: 7:00am to 3:30pm

Salary: Paid weekly

Work schedules are subject to change as the trainee progresses in the program.

Salary is determined based on internal equity; internal salary ranges; market data/ranges; applicant’s skills; prior relevant experience; certain degrees or certifications, etc.

Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.

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

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: $57,000

Maximum Pay Range: $57,000

Benefits Information:

For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.

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Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Explore our current opportunities and discover how you can build a rewarding career with a company committed to innovation, safety, and success.

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.