Licensed Mechanic

Nilesschools; Vancouver; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Mechanic to join their team in Vancouver. In this full-time role, you will ensure the safety of students by maintaining a fleet of buses. Your responsibilities will include performing critical maintenance and repairs on various vehicle systems, utilizing your expertise to troubleshoot and resolve issues. The company values innovation and safety, offering competitive pay and opportunities for growth through ASE training. If you are passionate about making a difference in your community and have the required experience, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage

ASE incentive pay

Annual allowances for boots and safety glasses

State-of-the-art training programs

Discounts on cell phone plans and cars

Qualifications

• Experience with automotive, diesel, electric, or CNG vehicles is essential.
• Valid driver’s license and mechanic’s tool set required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, & transmissions.
• Troubleshoot issues and complete work orders.

Skills

Automotive repair

Diesel mechanics

Diagnostic skills

Tool usage

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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.

First Student is hiring immediately for a Mechanic for our shop serving Vancouver, B.C.

As a Mechanic at First Student, you will play an integral role in ensuring the safety of the children who count on us for a ride to and from school in those classic yellow buses.

Why join First as a Mechanic?

• $42.85 per hour, based on experience and qualifications (NOT flat-rate)
• ASE incentive of $.25/hour for each relevant ASE obtained (we pay for the training materials and exams!)
• Monday-Friday full-time shift
• Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses
• State-of-the-art training programs
• Discounts on cell phone plans, cars, and more through the Perk Spot program!

About First Student’s Mechanic Position

At First Student, our technicians perform maintenance to ensure our fleet of newer vehicles is safe for road travel. They also use their diagnostic skills to troubleshoot issues needing repair work. As a technician at First Student, your day will include the tasks mentioned above and the following:

• Performing maintenance on brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, & transmissions
• Completing work orders
• Assisting with mobile emergency services

Mechanics and technicians are subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

You might be a fit for our Mechanic role if:

• You want to work in a position that meaningfully impacts your community
• You have required years of experience working with automotive, diesel, electric, or CNG vehicles
• You have a valid driver’s license
• You have a mechanic’s tool set
• You want to grow, learn, and develop your skillset through ASE testing

For our Mechanic roles, First Student encourages applications from candidates who:

• Do not have a college degree
• Have military experience
• Are returning to the workforce
• Are looking for hourly (not flat-rate) jobs

Get your career on the road with First Student!