310T Licensed Diesel Mechanic in Burlington

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
• 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
• Advises 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

Additional Responsibilities

• Tire & Wheel safety trained within 90 days (TW220)
• PM trained and qualified within 90 days (PM230 & PM298)
• Brake Air trained and qualified within 90 days (BA220 & BA298)
• Brake Hydraulic trained and qualified within 90 days (BH220 & BH298)
• A/C recycling and recovery certified within 90 days (CF609) & A/C trained and qualified within 180 days (AC220 & AC298)
• Perform all mechanical and electrical diagnostics on liftgate
• HD electrical trained within 90 days (DR208)
• 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
• 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
• 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.

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
• Four (4) years or more relevant work experience preferred
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred

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.

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.

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.