Diesel Mechanic Technician II

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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:  $24/hr + $0.50 shift differential while on the afternoon shift

Shifts: Monday - Friday on a 2 week swing shift (2 weeks of days, 2 weeks of afternoons)

Location: London, 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
Under close supervision, the Diesel Mechanic Technician II performs minor to average routine maintenance and repair services on different types of vehicles. Works with the assistance of a T3, T4, TIC, SS or SM,   when performing highly technical and superior diagnostic type repairs. Task assignments are directed by shop management to encourage development in a productive manner. The T2 Diesel Mechanic Technician performs minor to average repairs and routine maintenance under limited supervision. The Diesel Mechanic T2 may be assigned to work/train directly with a T3 or T4.

Essential Functions

• PERFORMS VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR DUTIES INCLUDING:
  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
  Replace defective components as instructed
• Utilizes key functions of Shop Management System and electronic documentation available
• Interacts with customers/drivers to properly determine nature of complaint once assigned a task
• Performs facility maintenance duties
• Works in accordance with all federal/ provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT)
   

Additional Responsibilities

• TIRE AND WHEEL MAINTENANCE: Tire/Wheel safety trained within 90 days (TW208)
• PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: PM trained and qualified within 90 days (PM230 & PM298)
• BRAKE-HYDRAULIC: Brake Hydraulic trained and qualified within90 days (BH220 & BH298)*
• BRAKES-AIR: Brake Air trained and qualified within 90 days (BA220 & BA298)
• A/C & HEATER
• CARGO HANDLING/TRANSFER, LIFTGATES
• CHARGING SYSTEMS: (electrical)
• CRANKING SYSTEM: (electrical)
• LIGHTING SYSTEM AND ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
• CLUTCH
• COOLING SYSTEMS
• DRIVE AXLES
• DRIVE LINE
• DIESEL/GAS ENGINES-ALL ENGINES
• FUEL SYSTEMS
• STEERING AND NON DRIVEN AXLES AND ALIGNMENT
• SUSPENSION-CHASSIS AND CAB
• VEHICLE COUPLIN SYSTEM (PM)
• Performs other support duties as assigned to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support

Skills and Abilities

• Highly thorough and dependable
• Work shift work and weekend as required
• Perform all entry level tasks
• Ability to read and/or listen and understand information and ideas communicated
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong mechanical skills
• 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 ability to apply knowledge of computers intermediate required

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED 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
• Knowledge of and ability to apply knowledge of computers intermediate required
• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) CLASS A, preferred

Travel

Safety Sensitive

Non-Regulated Tech

DOT Regulated
Regulated Tech

Job Category

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:

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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.

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