Automotive Service technician

First Student; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A major transportation company is seeking an Automotive Service Technician in Comox, BC. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing school buses, ensuring safety inspections, and maintaining records. The ideal candidate must possess a 310T Mechanic license, a valid driver's license, and appropriate tools. This full-time position offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive base pay

Full medical and dental plans

RRSP Program with company contribution

Paid holidays & 3 weeks paid vacation

Annual allowances for tools and safety gear

Qualifications

• Must have 310T Mechanic license.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must have appropriate mechanic's tool set.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle and equipment repair.
• Participate in preventative maintenance inspection program.
• Ensure work orders are completed properly.

Skills

310T Mechanic license

Advanced problem-solving ability

Advanced computer skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as part of a team

Tools

Mechanic's tool set

Job description

Overview

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, the largest provider of student transportation in North America, is now hiring an Automotive Service technician in COMOX, BC. 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:

• Competitive base pay rate for a 310T based on experience and qualifications
• Consistent full-time, year-round day shift work - no evenings or shift rotations
• Company-paid ASE testing and training materials provided
• Bonus rate increase available for each ASE School Bus Series test passed and maintained. (This can amount up to $2 per hour more than the base pay rate!)
• An excellent benefits package with full medical and dental plans
• RRSP Program with company contribution
• Paid holidays & 3 weeks paid vacation
• Ongoing company training on state-of-the-art online system
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Great working and team environment
• Annual allowances for tools, boots and prescription safety glasses
• Discounts on cell phone plans, cars, and more through the Perk Spot program

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and perform accurately all phases of vehicle and equipment repair under minimal supervision. Repairs include brakes, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission and other repairs.
• Removal and reinstalment of mechanical components with minimal supervision.
• Participate in 90-day preventative maintenance inspection program, safety inspections and annual maintenance inspections.
• Issue semiannual and annual MTO certificates using Drive On program.
• Ensure work orders are completed properly and accurately using individual tablets. Maintain records of all maintenance work completed including parts and supplies used.
• Evaluate completed work and seek approval where required.
• Occasionally engage in road calls and emergency services as necessary.
• Adhere to First Student standards, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other maintenance responsibilities as requested or required.

Qualifications

• Must have 310T Mechanic license
• Valid driver's license required
• Must have appropriate mechanic's tool set
• Advanced problem-solving ability
• Advanced computer skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

About the Company

First Student is a leading provider of school transportation services. We operate with 460 locations across the US and Canada, working with school districts to provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation for five million students per school day. We employ more than 48,000 people and operate and maintain over 43,000 buses.

EEO and Accommodation

Apply today to join our team. We encourage applications from women, persons with a disability, Indigenous peoples and members of a visible minority. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all. First is committed to providing reasonable accommodation at all stages of the hiring process and encourage all applicants who may require such accommodation to let us know.