Jobs in Cheektowaga

Reports To: President & CEO

Location: Buffalo, NY (Seneca One Tower)

Work Mode: Hybrid

Type: Full-Time

About TechBuffalo

Founded in 2020, TechBuffalo is a nonprofit talent-driven economic development organization. We are building a sustainable, inclusive, and accessible tech ecosystem by creating the talent density needed for companies to thrive in Western New York.

TechBuffalo is seeking a strategic, highly organized, and mission-driven PowerUpTech Program Manager to lead the execution and strategic evolution of PowerUpTech, our flagship internship and early-career talent program.

PowerUpTech transforms individual internships into a shared regional experience – bringing interns together across dozens of companies for shared professional growth, mentorship, and community-building that creates lasting ties and strengthens Buffalo's ability to attract and retain top talent.

This role is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of the program: operational execution, talent experience, alumni engagement, employer satisfaction, and continuous improvement. You will work closely with students, colleges and universities, employers, ecosystem partners, and internal teams to ensure PowerUpTech delivers real outcomes and operates as Buffalo's early-career talent engine.

You are equal parts program architect and operator – someone who can zoom out to see the system strategy and zoom in to make sure the details work.

What You'll Do

Program Strategy, Design & Execution

• Own the execution and evolution of PowerUpTech as a year-round talent system – including extensions of recruitment, candidate preparedness, mentorship, and a digital platform to host it all.
• Translate TechBuffalo's talent strategy into clear program design, timelines, and participant experiences.
• Identify gaps, friction points, and opportunities across the talent journey and proactively design improvements.
• Ensure PowerUpTech remains scalable, employer-relevant, and aligned with regional workforce needs.

Talent Experience & Development

• Oversee the participant experience from application through placement, mentoring, and post-program alumni outcomes.
• Design and manage a mentoring framework that supports interns and early-career talent beyond the summer experience.
• Identify best practices for engagement, support, and retention – and operationalize them across cohorts.
• Ensure participants receive clear communication, meaningful support, and access to opportunity.

Employer Engagement & Recruitment Extension

• Manage employer participation, from orientation through program completion, creating a loop they are excited to opt back into.
• Surface employer needs, behaviors, and constraints to inform program design and platform features.
• Partner with the Engagement team to align employer recruitment, readiness, expectations, and outcomes.

Platform Feedback & Systems Design

• Serve as a core feedback loop between PowerUpTech operations and TechBuffalo's talent platform.
• Inform platform design by translating real-world program needs, employer behavior, and participant feedback into actionable insights.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to test, refine, and improve tools that support program delivery.

Data, Insights & Best Practices

• Track and analyze program metrics including participation, conversion, retention, and employer satisfaction.
• Identify and document best practices across employers, institutions, cohorts, and competitive regions.
• Contribute to internal reporting, funder updates, and strategic planning with data-informed insights.
• Ensure accurate and consistent data entry across internal systems.

Cross-Team & Ecosystem Collaboration

• Work closely with Communications & Engagement to support storytelling, events, and employer-facing materials.
• Collaborate with partners across education, workforce, and industry to strengthen alignment and outcomes.
• Support orientations, workshops, convenings, and ecosystem touchpoints tied to PowerUpTech.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000, with opportunity for a performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement plan with match.
• Flexible PTO and hybrid schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Access to the 43North Foundation network and Buffalo's innovation ecosystem.

To Apply

• Send your resume and a brief note to Greg Pokriki, .

Seeking a Operations Manager to plan, direct, and coordinate manufacturing processes. Oversees day-to-day activities with Engineering team, Production staffing and performance of manufacturing processes. May also act as backup to the Production Manager in their absence.

Duties:

Committed to ensuring the achievement of continuous improvement within area of expertise, as well as areas of business in order to remain at the forefront of meeting Company objectives, thus proactively satisfying customers.

This position mandates that all required safety classes, trainings, and certifications be completed and maintained within the specific position/department.

Is aware of relevance and importance of their activities and how they contribute to the achievement of the quality objectives.

This position requires an employee to work their regularly scheduled shift; ability to work overtime and weekends.

Must be aware and comply with related ISO/IATF procedures, as applicable.

Process Management

Responsible for all internal and external Heat Treating operations, Plating Lines, Plating Lab, Environmental Control and all Surface Finish processes.

Analyzes and plans workforce utilization, space requirements and workflow, layout, tooling, and installation of new equipment and fixtures.

Confers with planning and Production Control concerning available capacity to ensure efficient production flow.

Troubleshoot and resolve problems effectively as they occur in the manufacturing processes.

Estimates and communicates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs for management decisions.

Notifies and advises stakeholders of production problems or potential concerns.

Conducts 'make/buy' decisions on processing (such as heat treat) based on capabilities, cost, and capacity.

Determine which quantities of which parts will be outsourced to approved suppliers.

Drives regular meetings with outside suppliers to review capacity, quality, and deliveries.

Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods in area of responsibility (AOR).

Ensure all process-centric projects are completed on time and within budget.

Responsible for researching new technology for AOR directly and through Supervisors and Engineers.

Leadership

Drives a culture of continuous improvement for safety, quality, productivity, and work environment.

Leads and attends meetings for assigned projects.

Communicates major and/or complex situations and actions, internally and externally.

Documents and reports on more complex or unique issues and effectively articulates actions and conclusions.

Coaches and mentors and indirect reports.

Provide professional development goals for direct reports.

Establish expectations and clear direction to meet goals and objectives.

Conduct thorough employee evaluations. Ensure goals are reviewed with direct reports regularly.

Develops and maintains professional working relationships in complex and/or difficult situations.

Responsible for ensuring the knowledge in each department within AOR is properly documented and organized.

Ensure operations in AOR meet/exceed the town, county, state, and national requirements.

Travel may be required to support projects, manage customer issues, provide support for sales, gain product information, resolve customer issues, or attend trade shows.

Makes determinations based on facts. Identifies problems, reports potential problems, and assesses options.

Remain flexible to meet constantly changing and sometimes opposing demands.

This job description in no way states or even implies that these are the only duties

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Buffalo, NY

Up to $90,000 + Benefits

Structural Steel

Why This Role Matters:

Your expertise ensures the quality and reliability of complex structural steel projects, verifying that every weld, joint, and fabrication meets the highest standards of safety, compliance, and workmanship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform weld inspections to AWS, ASME, ISO, and client standards
• Conduct visual, dimensional, and non-destructive testing (VT, PT, MT, UT)
• Interpret welding procedures, blueprints, and technical specifications
• Identify and resolve quality concerns with production and engineering teams
• Maintain accurate inspection records, logs, and reports
• Audit welding processes for compliance and best practices
• Support welders with training on quality requirements and standards

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) – required
• Experience in structural steel, shipbuilding, or heavy fabrication
• Strong knowledge of welding codes (AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, etc.)
• Proficiency in NDT methods (ASNT Level I/II preferred)
• Skilled at interpreting weld symbols, drawings, and blueprints
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills

Submit resume to or apply online.

Mechanical Design Engineer - Complex Custom Equipment

Company Description

Our client specializes in manufacturing industrial machinery and equipment for customers in a variety of sectors. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer at their site near Buffalo, NY. This is an onsite position that is involved with the development, design and complete engineering definition of products for fabrication in conjunction with sales proposals and customer input, satisfying customer needs.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a client who are going through an exciting growth period, offering an excellent culture and long-term progression.

The Role

The Mechanical Design Engineer will oversee knowledge of the project specific engineering schedule, and also mitigate potential issue with the schedule and any conflicts or delays to the supervisor.

The role will also require you to read and interpret Process and Instrumentation Diagrams, participate in project kick-off meetings, have a complete understanding of project specifications and customer expectations.

Other responsibilities include understanding and knowing how to apply common codes and standards, working with Project Engineers in a team environment to create conceptual designs to support sales and detailed designs, and managing multiple projects and balancing requirements to keep all the projects on schedule.

Requirements

• Strong Mechanical Design experience in a full time role within a similar industry sector.
• Previous experience of working within a manufacturing floor and exposed to design work.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Experience with 3D modelling and 2D drafting, including experience with Autodesk Inventor design software and parametric modelling techniques.
• Experience in designing complex custom equipment highly desirable.

This role is paying an excellent basic salary in addition to a generous benefits package.

Company Description

LENCO Supplies is a trusted building materials dealer with over six decades of industry expertise, proudly serving customers throughout the Buffalo, New York region. With three locations in Buffalo and a distribution center in Guilderland Center, NY, LENCO is dedicated to delivering outstanding service and high-quality products at competitive prices. Since 1958, the company has upheld its mission of providing "Service that's the best, and quality for less." Join our team and be part of a company known for its commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.

Role Description

Customers come to Len-Co for quality building materials at great prices. Our friendly Inside Sales Team guides customers to the correct products at the best prices so that the products can be loaded on the customers’ vehicles, or our delivery trucks, quickly and efficiently.  

Inside Salespeople greet customers in the store, on the phone, and via email with awesome product knowledge and the ability to “show and tell” with product displays and web links. When it is time to purchase, the Inside Salesperson’s thorough understanding of our Point-of-Sale software system allows for a smooth ordering process where the correct type of order is created and the proper payment is received. Inside Salespeople will often assist in the carry-out of sold products, and may need to lift materials weighing up to 85lbs if necessary.

Inside Salespeople are excellent communicators and organized: great at listening, empathetic, enthusiastic, diligent with note-taking, and consistent with following through on their promises. Sales success is measured on the ability to maximize sales volume, order accuracy, and positive customer feedback. 

Your Strengths

·        Desire to help others solve problems

·        Self-motivated, entrepreneurial spirit

·        Positive attitude

·         Good memory

And it Sure Doesn’t Hurt to Have…

·        Prior retail sales experience

·        Knowledge of building products

·        A competitive streak within

Safety-Kleen in Lackawanna, NY is seeking a Class B  Sales and Service Route Driver. This role will train to drive a Class B box truck to provide onsite service for parts washer machines, pick up containerized hazardous waste, and sell products/services in a defined route.

Safety-Kleen, a subsidiary of Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.  Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.

 

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• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
  
• Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth 
  
• Recruiting Pay range; $30-32 per hour with additional incentives
  
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
  
• Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
  
• Company paid training and tuition reimbursement
  

RESPONSIBILITIES

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• Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner
  
• May visit 10-12 customer sites per day
  
• Switch out 15- & 30-gallon drums of solutions
  
• Service parts washer machines and clean out sediment from sinks
  
• Up-sell at customer locations and generate new leads in the field
  
• Service automotive repair, fleets, and manufacturing type businesses
  
• Complete daily scheduled services, deliveries, and pick-ups in a timely manner
  
• Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
  
• Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
  
• Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
  
• Performs other duties as assigned
  

QUALIFICATIONS

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• Class B CDL
  
• Obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment
  
• Ability to travel overnight 3-4 nights as required 
  
• Basic computer and math skills
  
• Good written and verbal communication skills
  
• Strong customer service skills
  
• Perform physical functions per job requirements  
  
• Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
  
• Per OSHA’s Respiratory Protection standard, 29 CFR 1910.134, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards. 
  

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• Strong customer service skills
  
• Commercial route driving experience (Class C or Non-CDL)
  

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact or 1-844-922-5547.

• 
  
• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
  
• Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth 
  
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
  
• Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
  
• Company paid training and tuition reimbursement
  

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities:

• 
  
• Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner
  
• Operate commercial trucks and assist field laborers when needed (team atmosphere where everyone helps)
  
• Operate a variety of Class B trucks 
  
• Loading and unloading of trucks
  
• Ensure customer satisfaction at time of service.
  
• Proper placarding of vehicles to meet Company and DOT requirements/regulations
  
• Maintain daily logs, time sheets, and various reports
  
• Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
  
• Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
  
• Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
  
• Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
  
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
• By position, ability to be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other week
  
• By position, site-remediation, equipment decontamination, and the handling of hazardous materials. 
  

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications:

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• Valid Class B CDL 
  
• Obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment
  
• Ability to use various mobile devices
  
• Perform physical functions per job requirements
  
• Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
  
• Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.
  

• 
  
• Commercial driver experience 
  
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsement 
  
• Previous Hazmat experience 
  
• Ability to operate a manual transmission
  
• Previous manual labor experience
  

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

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Clean Harbors in Lancaster NY is seeking a Class A CDL Driver (Hazmat)  to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites; some of the vehicles operated include vacuum trucks, Cuscos, guzzlers, and roll offs.  This role is responsible for performing driving and non-driving duties on and off customer sites associated with hazardous waste clean-up.

Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.  Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• 
  
• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
  
• Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth 
  
• Recruiting Pay range $27-31/hr
  
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
  
• Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
  
• Company paid training and tuition reimbursement
  

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities:

• 
  
• Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner
  
• Operate commercial trucks and assist field laborers when needed (team atmosphere where everyone helps)
  
• Operate a variety of Class A trucks
  
• Loading and unloading of trucks
  
• Manual labor on site to ensure fulfillment of customer needs
  
• Proper placarding of vehicles to meet Company and DOT requirements/regulations
  
• Maintain daily logs, time sheets, and various reports
  
• Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
  
• Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
  
• Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
  
• Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
  
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
• By position, ability to be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other week
  
• By position, site-remediation, equipment decontamination, and the handling of hazardous materials
  

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications:

• 
  
• Valid Class A CDL 
  
• Ability to obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment
  
• Ability to use various mobile devices
  
• Perform physical functions per job requirements
  
• Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
  
• Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.
  

• 
  
• Commercial driver experience 
  
• Hazmat and Tanker endorsement 
  
• Previous Hazmat experience 
  
• Ability to operate a manual transmission
  
• Previous manual labor experience
  

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

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• 
  
• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
  
• Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth 
  
• Recruiting Pay range
  
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
  
• Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
  
• Company paid training and tuition reimbursement
  

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 
  
• Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner
  
• Complete daily scheduled services, deliveries, and pickups in a timely manner
  
• Switch out 15- & 30-gallon drums of solutions at customer locations
  
• Completes all required documentation and labeling
  
• Generates / collects leads from customers for new products and services
  
• Sells additional products and services into existing accounts
  
• Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
  
• Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
  
• Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
  
• Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
  
• Perform other duties as assigned
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• 
  
• Obtain a CDL B within 180 days of employment (company paid)
  
• Obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsement within 30 days of CDL B
  
• Ability to work independently while managing time and productivity
  
• Basic computer and math skills
  
• Good written and verbal communication skills
  
• Problem solving skills 
  
• Perform physical functions per job requirements
  
• Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
  

• 
  
• Strong customer service skills
  
• Commercial route driving experience (Class C or non-CDL)
  

Position Description

Ryder is hiring an Mid-Level Diesel Technician in Cheektowaga, New York — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a Technician career you can feel good about.

Call Michelle or text “Cheektowaga” to 9 to speak with a recruiter today.

Hear it from a Ryder Technician Employee Here:

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• Hourly Pay: $28.84 per hour
  
  
• Certification Bonus of $100 for each New ASE Certification Obtained up to $700
  
  
• Quarterly Bonus: Ryder Pays you up to $500 Every Quarter - Four Times Per Year
  
  
• Sign On Bonus: Ryder Pays You $1250 at 30 days and $1250 at 90 days
  
  
• Tool Box/Tool Allowance
  
  
• Schedule: Tuesday–Saturday
  
  
• Hours: Second Shift Tuesday - Friday 3:00 pm -11:30 pm – Saturday 7:00 am -3:30 pm
  
  

We want the right Maintenance Repair Mechanic to join us at Ryder to work on Heavy Duty Vehicles

Apply Here with Ryder Today

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On the Job Paid Training

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• PPE AND UNIFORMS Issued
  
  
• TOOL and BOOT ALLOWANCE provided
  
  
• State of the Art Equipment
  
  
• Safety is Always the First Priority
  
  

Click Here to See All Ryder Careers:

We want YOU to join our family made up of Proud Women and Men in Logistics who work alongside Military Reserve and Veterans we hire everyday

Refer anyone and get rewarded with UNLIMITED bonuses up $1,500 for every Ryder hired Diesel Mechanic, Service Employee, Driver, Warehouse Associate and more!

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

Requirements

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• High school diploma or equivalent 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
  
  
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A,preferred
  
  
• This position requires for you to drive Ryder vehicles. In order to become a Ryder employee you must:
  
  
• Must be able to obtain CDL within 6 months after hire
  
  
• Pass a Ryder Drug Test
  
  
• Pass a DOT physical
  
  
• Pass a Ryder road test
  
  
• Pass a Ryder Background and Motor vehicle check including drug and alcohol verification from previous employers for the last 3 years
  
  

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.

Responsibilities

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• Performs vehicle maintenance and repair duties
  
  
• 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
  
  
• Replaces defective components as instructed
  
  
• Performs facility maintenance duties
  
  
• Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task
  
  
• Utilizes key functions of Shop Management System and electronic documentation available
  
  
• Works in accordance with all federal/ provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT)
  
  
• Performs other support duties as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support
  
  

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.

Posted Date 1 week ago (3/10/2026 12:29 PM)

Requisition ID 2

Location (Posting Location) : State/Province NY

Location (Posting Location) : City CHEEKTOWAGA

Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 14225

Category Technicians/Service Employees4

Employment Type Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements 0-10%

Position Code 1000120

Min Pay USD $28.84/Hr.

Max Pay USD $28.84/Hr.