Heavy Duty Technician (mechanic)

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

Job summary

A transportation company is seeking a Heavy Duty Technician in Rimbey, AB, to ensure the safety of its fleet. This full-time role offers $42/hour plus ASE incentives and includes maintenance on vehicle systems. Ideal candidates will have experience with automotive vehicles, own a mechanic's tool set, and be passionate about safety. The company provides health benefits, training programs, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Health benefits

Growth opportunities

Annual allowances for boots

Training programs

Perk Spot discounts

Qualifications

• Hold a valid driver's license and are willing to obtain a bus license.
• Experience in performing maintenance on vehicle systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, and transmissions.
• Complete work orders and documentation.
• Assist with mobile emergency services.
• Ensure fleet safety and reliability.

Skills

Experience with automotive, diesel, electric, or CNG vehicles

Passion for safety and community impact

Ability to grow skills through ASE testing and certification

Tools

Mechanic's tool set

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 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.

Heavy duty technician - Mechanic - $42/hour + ASE Incentives | Rimbey, AB

Why Join First Student?

As a Technician at First Student, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the safety of the children who rely on our iconic yellow school buses. We offer:

• $42/hour, based on experience and qualifications
• ASE incentive: $0.25/hour for each relevant ASE certification (we cover training and exam costs!)
• Full-time, Monday-Friday daytime shifts
• Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses
• State-of-the-art training programs
• Perk Spot discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more
• Health benefits, RRSP with company matching, paid vacation and holidays
• Growth opportunities within a supportive team environment
  
  

What You'll Do

• Perform maintenance on brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, and transmissions
• Complete work orders and documentation
• Assist with mobile emergency services
• Ensure fleet safety and reliability
  
  

You're a Great Fit If You:

• Have experience with automotive, diesel, electric, or CNG vehicles
• Hold a valid driver's license and are willing to obtain a bus license (we'll train you!)
• Own a mechanic's tool set
• Are passionate about safety and community impact
• Want to grow your skills through ASE testing and certification
  
  

Additional Info

• First Student is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion
• We provide reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process