Apprentice Technician

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 Apprentice Mechanic (Level 1-4)!

First Student is proud to offer:

• Top hourly wages

• Consistent year-round work

• An excellent benefits package with full medical and dental plan 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!

Apprentice Technician Major Responsibilities:

• Perform vehicle maintenance and repairs to ensure vehicles are safe for our customers.

• Assist Journeyman Technicians with preventative maintenance (PMs), safety inspections and annual maintenance inspections.

• Assist in accurately diagnosing and performing mechanical repairs including the repair of brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, transmission clutches and other repairs under direct supervision.

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

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

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

• Move vehicles safely between job and work area.

• Assist with road calls and emergency services as necessary.

• Adhere to First Student and First Transit's standards, policies, and procedures.

• Perform other responsibilities as requested or required.

Apprentice Technician Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license required

• Previous gas or diesel vehicle repair experience; school bus experience is helpful

• Must have appropriate mechanic's tool set.

• Good computer skills.

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

• Ability to work assigned shift.