Diesel Mechanic

First Student; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in school transportation is hiring Certified Bus and Truck Technicians in Cambridge. The role involves maintaining and repairing school buses, ensuring safety and readiness, while providing guidance to apprentice mechanics. The position offers a competitive hourly wage based on experience, full-time work, and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Company-paid ASE testing and training materials

Excellent benefits package with full medical and dental plans

Paid holidays & vacation

Ongoing company training

Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses

Discounts on cell phone plans and cars

Qualifications

• Must have required Mechanic license.
• Valid driver's license and clear drivers abstract.
• Must have appropriate mechanic's tool set.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and perform vehicle and equipment repairs under minimal supervision.
• Lead preventative maintenance and safety inspections.
• Ensure work orders are completed properly.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Mechanic license

Tools

Mechanic's tool set

Job description

First Student is the largest school transportation provider in North America with more than a century of experience providing safe and reliable transportation. We work with 1,250 school districts in 39 states and 8 Canadian provinces carrying approximately five million students in 21,000 schools daily.

First Student Canada Transco, the largest provider of student transportation in North America, is now hiring a Certified Bus and Truck Technicians or Certified automotive Technician! As a Mechanic, you will help maintain and repair school buses to ensure vehicle readiness & safety, while providing guidance to Apprentice Mechanic.

First Student is proud to offer :

• 35 Hourly wage based on experience and qualifications!
• Consistent full-time, year-round work
• Company-paid ASE testing and training materials
• An excellent benefits package with full medical and dental plans 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!
• Annual allowances for 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 clutches and other repairs.
• Remove, overhaul, and reinstall mechanical components with minimal supervision.
• Lead preventative maintenance (PMs), safety inspections and annual maintenance inspections.
• Ensure work orders are completed properly and accurately. Maintain records of all maintenance work completed including parts and supplies used.
• Notify supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment and corrective action taken.
• Evaluate completed work prior to release and seek approval where required.
• Lead road calls and emergency services as necessary.
• Adhere to First Student standards, policies, and procedures.
• Moves vehicles safely between job and work area.
• Perform other responsibilities as requested or required.
• Willingness to participate in ASE certification program. Training, testing, and bonuses provided!

Qualifications :

• Must have required Mechanic license
• Valid driver's license and clear drivers abstract
• Must have appropriate mechanic's tool set.
• Advanced problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Must be able to pass a background check
• 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.