Bus & Heavy Equipment Tech — $5k Bonus, Day Shift

First Student, Inc.; Rimbey; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

RRSP with company match

Boots and safety glasses allowances

Discounts on cell plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

First Student, Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician for our shop serving Rimbey, AB. This full-time day-shift role offers a $42 per hour wage plus a $5,000 new-hire bonus and comprehensive benefits.

You will maintain and repair school buses, diagnose brake and engine issues, and perform preventive maintenance to ensure safety and reliability for students. ASE training and company resources are provided to support growth.

Qualifications

• 310T license and diesel/auto maintenance experience or equivalent education.
• Vehicle diagnostics and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Mechanic’s tool set to complete duties.
• Willingness to participate in ASE certification program.

Responsibilities

• Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for passengers.
• Diagnose and repair brakes, engines, suspensions, drive trains and other components.
• Perform preventive maintenance and safety inspections.
• Complete work orders accurately.
• Assist with mobile emergency repair services when needed.

Skills

Diesel/auto maintenance

Diagnostics

Problem solving

Computer skills

Valid driver’s license

ASE certification willingness

Education

310T license and diesel/auto experience or equivalent

Tools

Mechanic tool set

Diagnostic tools

Job description

First Student, Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician for our shop serving Rimbey, AB. This full-time day-shift role offers a $42 per hour wage plus a $5,000 new-hire bonus and comprehensive benefits.

You will maintain and repair school buses, diagnose brake and engine issues, and perform preventive maintenance to ensure safety and reliability for students. ASE training and company resources are provided to support growth.