First for a reason

First Student is the largest school transportation provider in North America with more than a century of experience providing safe and reliable transportation. We work with 1,250 school districts in 39 states and 8 Canadian provinces carrying approximately five million students in 21,000 schools daily.

First Student, the largest provider of student transportation in North America, is now hiring an Automotive Mechanic !

As an Automotive Mechanic with First Student, you will help maintain and repair school buses to ensure vehicle readiness & safety, while providing guidance to Apprentice Mechanic.

First Student is proud to offer:

• Hourly wages based on experience and qualifications!

• Consistent full-time, year-round work

• Company-paid ASE testing and training materials

• An excellent benefits package with full medical and dental plans and RRSP Program with company contribution

• Paid holidays & vacation

• Ongoing company training on state-of-the-art online system

• Opportunities for career advancement

• A great work environment!

• Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses

• Discounts on cell phone plans, cars, and more through the Perk Spot program!

Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and perform accurately all phases of vehicle and equipment repair under minimal supervision. Repairs include brakes, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches and other repairs.

• Remove, overhaul, and reinstall mechanical components with minimal supervision.

• Lead preventative maintenance (PMs), safety inspections and annual maintenance inspections.

• Ensure work orders are completed properly and accurately. Maintain records of all maintenance work completed including parts and supplies used.

• Notify supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment and corrective action taken.

• Evaluate completed work prior to release and seek approval where required.

• Lead road calls and emergency services as necessary.

• Adhere to First Student standards, policies, and procedures.

• Moves vehicles safely between job and work area.

• Perform other responsibilities as requested or required.

• Willingness to participate in ASE certification program. Training, testing, and bonuses provided!

Qualifications:

• Must have required Mechanic license

• Valid driver’s license required.

• Must have appropriate mechanic’s tool set.

• Advanced problem-solving ability.

• Advanced computer skills.

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

• Ability to work assigned shift.