Body Shop Technician

Nilesschools; Newmarket; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading provider of school transportation services as an Auto Body Technician! This full-time position offers competitive wages and consistent year-round work. You will be responsible for inspecting and repairing body damage, ensuring vehicle safety, and documenting all maintenance actions. With opportunities for career advancement and company-paid ASE training, this is a great chance to grow your skills in a supportive environment. The company values diversity and inclusion, making it a welcoming place for all applicants. Apply today to be part of a dedicated team that prioritizes safety and innovation in transportation!

Benefits

Competitive wages based on experience

Company-paid ASE testing and training materials

Consistent year-round work

Full-time shift schedule

Tremendous career advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid holidays & vacation

Annual allowances for boots and safety glasses

State-of-the-art training programs

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required and willingness to participate in ASE certification.
• Previous work experience in auto body repair is essential.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair body damage using hand and power tools.
• Document all repair actions and ensure vehicle safety in the shop.

Skills

Auto Body Repair

Collision Damage Repair

Use of Hand and Power Tools

Documentation Skills

Safety Practices

Education

Auto Body & Collision Damage Repair Education

Tools

Metal Forming Tools

Cutting Tools

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 includes 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 things First: Who are we?

First Student is the leading school transportation solutions provider in North America. Every day, we complete 5 million student journeys, moving more passengers than all U.S. airlines combined. With a team of highly trained drivers and the industry’s strongest safety record, First Student delivers reliable, quality services to 1,100 school districts.

Why join First as an Auto Body Technician?

• Competitive wages based on experience and qualifications
• Hourly range based on experience: $20.61 - $34.58
• Company-paid ASE testing and training materials
• Consistent year-round work
• Full-time shift schedule of Monday-Friday 7am to 3:30pm
• Tremendous career advancement opportunities
• Benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• Paid holidays & vacation
• Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses
• State-of-the-art training programs

About the Position

• Inspects body damage to determine feasibility and best method of repairs. May use metal forming and cutting tools to perform repairs.
• Performs damaged sheet metal and body repairs. Removes, replaces, or repairs body parts using hand and power tools.
• Removes, installs, adjusts, and aligns body components. May repair locks, latches, and other accessory body parts. May perform glass and upholstery repairs.
• Documents all repair and maintenance actions on Work Orders, including parts and materials used, time expended, and pertinent comments. Ensures the accuracy and completeness of all documentation and fleet MIS entries prior to the release of the vehicle.
• Ensures vehicle security and safety while in shop. Adheres to all Governmental rules and Shop safety practices relating to the operation of shop tools, use of personal safety devices, housekeeping, and health. Follows all environmental practices regarding proper handling and disposal of all waste streams.
• Provides written estimates of repair when requested.
• Communicates and adheres to Injury Prevention (IP) standards.
• Performs automotive body and related repairs.
• Removes, installs, adjusts, and aligns body components.
• Documents all repair and maintenance actions on work orders.
• Provides written estimates of repair.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required
• Auto Body & Collision Damage repair education
• Accepting all Apprentice level Technicians
• Previous work experience in auto body repair
• Willingness to participate in ASE certification program.
• Training, testing, and bonuses provided!

First Student is a leading provider of school transportation services. We operate in 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.

Apply today to join our team!

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. 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 encourages all applicants who may require such accommodation to let us know.