Shop Foreman – Lead Diesel Mechanic

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

Job summary

A leading transportation solutions provider in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan is seeking a Shop Foreman / Lead Diesel Mechanic. This role entails overseeing the maintenance and repair of school bus fleets while leading a team of technicians. The ideal candidate will possess a Journeyperson Heavy Duty Equipment Technician certification and strong experience with diesel engines. Competitive compensation, health benefits, and incentives for career development are offered. Apply today to join a dedicated team focused on safety and quality in transportation.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, and vision benefits

RRSP matching program

Paid training

Annual safety boot allowance

Qualifications

• Required Journeyperson Heavy Duty Equipment Technician certification or equivalent experience.
• Strong experience with diesel engines and commercial vehicles is essential.
• Commitment to safety and quality work is a must.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance and repair of the school bus fleet.
• Supervise technicians in daily shop activities.
• Schedule maintenance to ensure fleet reliability.
• Diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues.

Skills

Heavy Duty Equipment Technician

Diesel engines experience

Leadership skills

Teamwork

Diagnostic skills

Education

Journeyperson Heavy Duty Equipment Technician

Tools

Basic 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.

Shop Foreman - Lead Diesel Mechanic

Prince Albert, SK

First Student is now hiring a Shop Foreman / Lead Diesel Mechanic for our maintenance facility serving Prince Albert, Saskatchewan.

First Things First - Who Are We?

First Student is the leading school transportation solutions provider in North America. Twice the size of our next largest competitor, we safely complete over 5 million student journeys every day, transporting more passengers than all U.S. airlines combined. With a team of highly trained professionals and the industry's strongest safety record, First Student proudly serves 1,100 school districts across North America.

Major Responsibilities

As a Lead Fleet Technician / Shop Foreman, you will lead the maintenance and repair of our school bus fleet while supporting efficient shop operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervise and support technicians in daily shop activities
• Schedule maintenance and repairs to ensure fleet reliability
• Generate work orders and track progress through completion
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues
• Maintain advanced knowledge of all vehicle systems and components
• Ensure accurate service records and compliance with safety standards
• Monitor shop performance and efficiency, implementing improvements as needed

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Heavy Duty Equipment Technician (Red Seal) or equivalent experience
• Strong experience with diesel engines, commercial transport vehicles, or transit buses
• Ownership of a basic mechanic's tool set
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality work, and teamwork
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience considered an asset

Why Join First Student?

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Hourly wage of 44$ -46$ based on experience and certifications
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• RRSP matching program
• Paid vacation and statutory holidays
• Annual allowance for safety boots and prescription safety glasses
• Paid training and ongoing career development opportunities
• Employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through the Perk Spot program
• Support for Red Seal certification and apprenticeship advancement

Get your career on the road with First Student, apply today!

We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and members of visible minorities. Reasonable accommodation is available throughout the hiring process.