310T Licensed Mechanic

First Student Shared Services; Ajax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading student transportation provider in Ajax, Ontario is hiring a Licensed 310T Mechanic. The role involves maintaining and repairing school buses to ensure safety and readiness. Candidates must have a valid 310T Mechanic license and strong problem-solving skills. The position offers a competitive wage of $40.80/hour, full-time hours, and various employee benefits including RRSP matching and paid time off.

Benefits

RRSP matching

Paid holidays

3 weeks paid vacation

Annual allowances for boots and tools

Company-paid ASE testing

Employee discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid 310T Mechanic license.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Experience with vehicle repair and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and perform vehicle repairs with minimal supervision.
• Participate in safety inspections and maintain records.
• Respond to road calls and emergency services as needed.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong computer skills

Education

Valid 310T Mechanic license

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Appropriate mechanic’s tool set

Job description

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.

Largest provider of student transportation in North America is now hiring Licensed 310T Mechanics in Ajax, ONTARIO!

Hourly Rate :

$40.80

Location :

Ajax, Ontario

Schedule :

Full-time, Day Shift (No evenings!)

As a Licensed 310T Mechanic with First Student, you will help maintain and repair school buses to ensure vehicle readiness & safety.

First Student is proud to offer :

• Top-tier wage : Starting at $40.80 / hour , higher than many local competitors.
• Stable, full-time hours – no flat-rate pay.
• RRSP matching , paid holidays , and 3 weeks paid vacation .
• Annual allowances for boots, tools, and prescription safety glasses.
• Company-paid ASE testing with up to $2 / hour bonus for certifications.
• Ongoing training on state-of-the-art systems.
• Opportunities for advancement within Canada’s largest student transportation provider.
• Employee discounts on cell plans, vehicles, and more via Perk Spot.

Responsibilities :

• Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle and equipment repair with minimal supervision (brakes, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmissions, etc.).
• Remove and reinstall mechanical components.
• Participate in 90-day preventative maintenance, safety inspections, and annual inspections.
• Issue semiannual and annual MTO certificates using the Drive On program.
• Complete work orders accurately using individual tablets; maintain records of parts and labor.
• Respond to road calls and emergency services as needed.
• Adhere to First Student standards, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other maintenance duties as required.
• Participate in ASE certification program (training, testing, and bonuses provided).

Qualifications :

• Valid 310T Mechanic license (required).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Appropriate mechanic’s tool set.
• Strong problem-solving and computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

About First Student

We operate in 460 locations across the US and Canada, transporting over five million students daily. With more than 48,000 employees and 43,000 buses, we’re committed to safety, reliability, and service excellence.

Apply today to join our team!

We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and members of visible minorities. Reasonable accommodation is available throughout the hiring process.