310T / 310J Licensed Truck & Coach Diesel Mechanic/Technician

About the role

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.

Ryder is a Fortune 500 company with 800+ locations and over 40,000 employees across the US and Canada. Employee satisfaction is part of its culture.

The Mechanic/Technician IV 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 310T/310J Mechanic T4 works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and mentors other Ryder technicians on a regular basis. The Technician IV 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 Mechanic T4 may specialize in areas such as refrigeration, electronics, or exhaust systems, and should possess a combination of extensive vehicle transportation experience, ASE certifications, and/or multiple Ryder Qualifications.

• Location: Teeswater, ON
• Type: Full-Time, Perm
• Shifts: 2-week rotating shift. Dayshift is M to F, 7am to 3:30pm; Afternoon shift is M to F, 9:30am to 6pm.
• This posting is for a future vacancy.
• Job Category: Technicians

Our Culture & Commitment

At Ryder, you're trusted to make an impact while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that's heard. The 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.

• Pay Type: Hourly
• Minimum Pay Range: $41
• Maximum Pay Range: $41
• Wage: $41 per hour + $1.50 per hour afternoon shift premium + $3,000 Sign-on Bonus

Additional information

Recruiter: Kathy Zhang

Email: nan_

Business Hours: M to F, 8:00am to 5:00pm Mountain Time

All applicants must have valid legal authorization to work in Canada as part of Ryder's commitment to compliance with employment and immigration laws. Maintaining this authorization is the responsibility of every employee and is a condition of continued employment.

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. All screening is conducted in accordance with applicable privacy and human rights legislation and is limited to information directly related to the requirements of the position.

Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from its email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application.

For questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, contact Ryder.

Current Ryder employees can log in to Workday to apply using the internal application process.

Responsibilities

Essential functions

• Perform vehicle maintenance and repair duties, including standard vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance.
• Perform complex repairs with minimal (if any) support.
• Demonstrate the ability to access and use internal and external maintenance documents.
• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electronic problems with minimal (if any) support, utilizing diagnostic computers/software when applicable.
• Perform remote triage with RCRC and customers to determine the best solution to assist roadside breakdowns.
• Interact with customers/drivers to properly determine the nature of a complaint once assigned a task.
• Instruct and advise other technicians regarding maintenance repair procedures and diagnostics.
• Coach/mentor other level technicians.
• Advise shop management and other technicians on shop repairs.
• Perform facility maintenance duties.
• Utilize key functions of the Shop Management System and available electronic documentation.
• Work in accordance with all federal/provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT, MOT).
• Perform other support duties as required to support operations. These could include but are not limited to Service Island support.

Requirements

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 and road test vehicles as necessary.
• Ability to read and/or listen to 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 multitasking, 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 and 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.

Ryder welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment, selection, and assessment process. Candidates requiring an accommodation should inform the Human Resources representative of the nature of the accommodation requested so their needs can be discussed. Candidates requiring assistance in order to apply can contact Ryder.

Benefits

• Ryder has been Recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers in 2025.
• Weekly pay.
• 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.