Apprentice Technician

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

Job summary

A leading company in student transportation is seeking an Apprentice Mechanic in Toronto, ON. This role involves performing key vehicle maintenance and repair tasks, assisting experienced technicians, and ensuring safety standards. Candidates will enjoy competitive wages, extensive training, and career advancement opportunities in a positive work environment.

Benefits

Top hourly wages

Full medical and dental plan

RRSP Program with company contribution

Paid holidays & vacation

Ongoing company training

Opportunities for career advancement

Great work environment

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Previous gas or diesel vehicle repair experience is helpful.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle maintenance and repairs to ensure safety.
• Assist Journeyman Technicians with preventative maintenance and safety inspections.
• Maintain records of all maintenance work completed including parts and supplies used.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Mechanical repairs

Tools

Mechanic's tool set

Job description

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, the largest provider of student transportation in North America, is now hiring an Apprentice Mechanic in Toronto, ON

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

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