Technician I - Lube Tech

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.

Type: Full time, Permanent

Wage: $21.00/hour

Shifts: Monday to Friday, 7am - 4pm

Location: Concord, ON

• 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

Under close supervision, the Technician I performs minor routine maintenance and repair services on different types of vehicles. Works with the assistance of a T2, T3, T4, TIC SS or SM, when performing technical and diagnostic type repairs. Task assignments are directed by shop management to encourage development in a productive manner.

• Performs basic vehicle maintenance. Perform component identification and minor repairs. Perform preventive maintenance with training and support. Diagnose minor mechanical and electronic problems, utilizing diagnostic computer when applicable. Identifies root cause of "minor" failures/conditions and perform repairs as required

• Performs facility maintenance duties

• 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

• Works in accordance with all federal/ provincial and corporate compliance guidelines (i.e., safety, DOT,MOT)

• PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: PM trained and qualified within 90 days (PM230 & PM298)
  Proper lube techniques
  
  Minimal tire inspection
  
  Brake check/applied stroke
  
  Battery check
  
  Under vehicle check/loose components
  
  Fault code identification

• TIRE AND WHEEL MAINTENANCE:
  Tire & Wheel safety trained within 90 days (TW208)
  Perform air pressure checks
  
  Check tread depth
  
  Identify tires that need to be changed or repaired
  
  Perform tire P.M. checks
  
  Replace tire and wheel assemblies

• BRAKES - HYDRAULIC:
  
  Road test for proper operation
  
  Make visual inspections for leaks
  
  Check park brake operation
  
  Check fluid level
  
  Measure lining thickness
  
  Adjust service brakes
  
  Adjust park brakes

• A/C AND HEATER:
  
  Operate the system and recognize if the system is cooling or not (PM related)
  Perform basic system checks such as power to compressor, condenser obstructions, belt tension, etc.

• BRAKES-AIR:
  
  Identify components of air brake system
  
  Operate brakes and identify irregular noises, air leaks
  
  Perform simple air system tests
  
  Measure lining thickness
  
  Adjust brakes
  
  Perform air brake sections of P.M.

• CARGO HANDLING/TRANSPER, LIFTGATES:
  
  Identify leaks
  
  Operate lift gate Identify make and model
  
  Add fluid to bring to proper level

• CHARGING SYSTEMS (electrical): HD electrical trained within 90 days (DR208)
  Visually inspect batteries, clean connections, check condition of belts, check alternator mounting and pulley and replace and adjust belts

• CRANKING SYSTEM (electrical):
  
  Inspect and test batteries
  
  Visually inspect cables and cranking motor
  
  Clean battery cables, connections and starter
  
  Replace batteries
  
  Charge and check batteries
  
  Replace or repair defective cables

• LIGHTING SYSTEM AND ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES:
  
  Repair minor wiring problems
  
  Repair minor lighting problems
  
  Replace bulbs, lenses and simple light assemblies
  
  Replace and adjust sealed beams
  
  Install or replace accessories such as heated mirrors, fans, radios, CB's, spotlights, electronic devises, etc.

• CLUTCH:
  
  Lubricate throw-out bearing, linkage, shafts and cables
  
  Identify proper clutch operation
  
  Identify proper clutch brake operation and adjust
  
  Adjust hydraulic or mechanical clutches

• COOLING SYSTEMS:
  
  Check and adjust coolant levels
  
  Visually inspect system for leaks
  
  Make minor repairs such as hose replacements, fan shrouds, leaking fittings, etc.
  
  Recognize permanent anti-freezes and their requirements
  
  Use refractometer
  
  Use pressure tester

• DRIVE AXLES:
  
  Inspect housings for leaks
  
  Change oil and filter, if required, and clean breathers

• DRIVE LINE:
  
  Lubricate drive line

• DIESEL/GAS ENGINES-ALL ENGINES:
  
  Check and adjust oil levels
  
  Identify unusual noises and oil leaks

• FUEL SYSTEMS:
  
  Replace and prime fuel filter
  
  Check gas and diesel fuel system components such as fuel lines, pickup tubes, return lines, etc. for proper integrity and condition

• STEERING AND NON-DRIVEN AXLES AND ALIGNMENT:
  
  Lubricate grease fittings, check and…