310T Mechanic

Nilesschools; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated 310T Mechanic to join their team. This role is vital for ensuring the safety of students transported daily. Mechanics will perform maintenance on a fleet of newer vehicles, utilizing diagnostic skills to troubleshoot and repair issues. The company offers competitive hourly pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career advancement. Join a workplace that values your skills and provides a great environment for growth and development. If you have the required license and a passion for making a difference in your community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health benefits package

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

Ongoing training

Annual allowances for boots and safety glasses

Discounts on cell phone plans and cars

Qualifications

• Must have a 310T License and experience with automotive, diesel, electric, or CNG vehicles.
• Willingness to obtain a B license and participate in ASE testing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, and transmissions.
• Use diagnostic skills to troubleshoot issues needing repair work.

Skills

310T License

Automotive experience

Diesel experience

Electric vehicle experience

CNG vehicle experience

Education

No college degree required

Tools

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.

First Student is hiring immediately for a 310T Mechanic for our shop serving Ancaster, ON!

As a Mechanic at First Student, you will play an integral role in ensuring the safety of the children who count on us for a ride to and from school in those classic yellow buses.

Why join First as a Mechanic?

In addition to a health benefits package, paid vacations, paid holidays, and tremendous growth opportunities, we are also proud to offer our technicians:

• $40 per hour, based on experience and qualifications (NOT flat-rate)
• ASE incentive of $.25/hour for each relevant ASE obtained (we pay for the training materials and exams!)
• Monday-Friday full-time shift
• An excellent benefits package with full medical and dental plans and RRSP Program with company contribution
• Paid holidays & vacation
• Health and Dental benefits included
• 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!

About First Student’s Mechanic Position

At First Student, our technicians perform maintenance to ensure our fleet of newer vehicles is safe for road travel. They also use their diagnostic skills to troubleshoot issues needing repair work. As a technician at First Student, your day will include the tasks mentioned above and the following:

• Performing maintenance on brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, & transmissions
• Completing work orders
• Assisting with mobile emergency services

Mechanics and technicians are subject to background check.

You might be a fit for our Mechanic role if:

• You currently have your 310T License
• You want to work in a position that meaningfully impacts your community
• You have required years of experience working with automotive, diesel, electric, or CNG vehicles
• You have a valid driver’s license and a willingness to obtain a B license (don’t worry, we will train you for this!)
• You have a mechanic’s tool set
• You want to grow, learn, and develop your skillset through ASE testing

For our Mechanic roles, First Student encourages applications from candidates who:

• Do not have a college degree
• Have military experience
• Are returning to the workforce
• Are looking for hourly (not flat-rate) jobs

Get your career on the road with First Student!

We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce therefore all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. For candidates applying to positions in San Francisco or Los Angeles California, First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance or Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all.