About the Position

This position is designed to develop your technical skills through hands‑on training and mentorship. You will work closely with experienced mechanics who will guide your development and ensure all work meets company and safety standards.

Why Join First Student?

- Competitive pay: $22-$25/hour
- ASE incentive bonus: $0.25 per certification
- Consistent full‑time schedule with prospect for overtime
- Summer schedule perk: 4‑day work week (10‑hour shifts) with 3 days off
- Industry‑leading training and mentorship
- Stable, long‑term career growth opportunities

Schedule

- Monday-Friday, 8‑hour shifts
- Shift options: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM or 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Occasional overtime during peak seasons (winter)

Responsibilities

- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and emergency repairs on fleet vehicles
- Conduct brake, safety, and emissions inspections to company and regulatory standards
- Diagnose issues and assist with roadside breakdowns when needed
- Inspect and repair wheelchair lifts, ramps, and safety restraint systems
- Maintain accurate records of work performed, parts used, and inventory
- Ensure vehicles are properly fueled and stocked with necessary fluids
- Assist with facility and property maintenance as needed
- Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment (including WHMIS standards)
- Support fleet readiness during inclement weather conditions
- Follow direction and training from licensed mechanics to ensure all work meets required standards

Qualifications

- Currently enrolled in a recognized apprenticeship program
- Experience working with gasoline and diesel engines
- Valid Class G driver's license




- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to complete work orders and communicate with drivers, dispatch, and management
- Basic computer skills

First for a Reason

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and benefits (which vary based on role, location, and business).
- physical and mental health initiatives
- medical/dental/vision
- 401(k)
- paid holiday/vacation

Professional Advancement

Start here. Go far. We believe in promoting from within which means tremendous opportunities for you, thanks to our solid presence across North America. In addition, our 3 to 5 month Manager-In-Development program prepares future leaders at First Student.

Extensive Training

Build skills and knowledge in such areas as safety and security, injury prevention, technology and equipment, and job efficiency.

Diversity & Inclusion

Because we're stronger together, we aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We're committed to providing an inclusive and diverse working environment for everyone every day.

Community Service & Impact

Go where chance meets community. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. As the face of First in your community, you'll have a positive impact on others.

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

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