Job Description:

About the Job:

Type: Full time/Permanent

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Hours: Rotating Swing Shift: Two weeks on 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, followed by two weeks on 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM.

Wage: $41.00 per hour + $1.50 Shift Differential when working Afternoon Schedule

Location: Burlington, ON

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

Summary
The Licensed Diesel Mechanic performs major and technically difficult diagnostics, repairs, and overhauls/rebuilds in a timely manner; ensuring quality, time standards, customer expectations, cost guidelines and reliability goals are met. The Licensed Diesel Mechanic works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and mentors other Ryder technicians on a regular basis. The Licensed Diesel Mechanic provides the highest level of experience and expertise in vehicle diagnostics and repair. The position also plays a key role in the leadership, development and training of other grade technicians. The Licensed Diesel Mechanic may specialize in areas such as: refrigeration, electronics, exhaust systems, etc., and should possess a combination of extensive vehicle transportation experience, ASE certifications, and/or multiple Ryder Qualifications.

Essential Functions

• PERFORMS VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR DUTIES
• INTERACTS WITH CUSTOMERS/DRIVERS TO PROPERLY DETERMINE THE NATURE OF COMPLAINT ONCE ASSIGNED A TASK:
  Instructs and advises other technicians regarding maintenance repair procedures and diagnostics
  Coaches/Mentors other level technicians
  Advise shop management and other technicians on shop repairs
• Performs facility maintenance duties
• 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)
• Other support duties as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support.

Additional Responsibilities

• TIRE AND WHEEL MAINTENANCE: Tire & Wheel safety trained within 90 days (TW220)
• PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: PM trained and qualified within 90 days (PM230 & PM298)
• BRAKES-AIR: Brake Air trained and qualified within 90 days (BA220 & BA298)
• BRAKES-HYDRAULIC: Brake Hydraulic trained and qualified within 90 days (BH220 & BH298)* where appropriate
• A/C, HEATER & REFRIGERATION: A/C recycling and recovery certified within 90 days (CF609) & A/C trained and qualified within 180 days (AC220 & AC298)
• CARGO HANDLING/TRANSFER, LIFTGATES:
  Perform all mechanical and electrical diagnostics on liftgate
  Perform failure analysis and substantiate abuse or premature failure
  Repair and replace all liftgate components
• CHARGING SYSTEMS: (electrical) HD electrical trained within 90 days (DR208)
• CRANKING SYSTEM: (electrical)
• LIGHTING SYSTEM AND ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
• CLUTCH
• COOLING SYSTEMS
• DRIVE AXLES:
• DRIVE LINE
• DIESEL AND GAS ENGINES - all engines
• FUEL SYSTEMS
• STEERING AND NON-DRIVEN AXLES AND ALIGNMENT
• SUSPENSION-CHASSIS AND CAB
• VEHICLE COUPLING SYSTEM (PM)
• DECISION MAKING:
  Responsible for making decisions surrounding vehicle diagnostics and repair

Skills and Abilities

• Strong mechanical skills
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency with advanced diagnostics, overhaul and repair of all vehicle components and systems
• Perform all entry level tasks, road test vehicles as necessary
• Ability to read and/or listen and understand information and ideas communicated
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Available for on call duty and work shift work/weekend
• 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 the ability to apply knowledge of computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc. advanced required

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED preferred
• Vocational or Technical Certification preferred Post Secondary degree or Technical Certifications
• 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
  - Diagnostics and repairs, including AC, electrical systems,
  - Advanced skilled level repairs to include some major engine repairs, diesel after treatment or automotive fuel injection repairs required
• Four (4) years or more relevant work experience preferred
• Knowledge of and the ability to apply knowledge of computer skills: PC, Windows, mouse, etc.
  advanced required
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred
• All other certification as required by location, required

Travel

Safety Sensitive

Non-Regulated Tech

DOT Regulated
Regulated Tech

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Job Category
Technicians

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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:
Hourly

Minimum Pay Range:
$41.00

Maximum Pay Range:
$41.00