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 - Prince Albert, SK - NEW HIRE BONUS !

First Student is hiring immediately for a Heavy Duty Technician at our Prince Albert, SK shop - NEW HIRE BONUS!

As a Technician with First Student, you will play an integral role in ensuring the safety of the children who rely on us for a safe ride to and from school in our classic yellow buses.

Why join First as a Heavy Duty Technician?

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, RRSP with company matching, paid vacation, paid holidays, and tremendous growth opportunities, we are also proud to offer our technicians:

• New Hire Bonus for successful candidates who join our team
• Competitive wages based on experience and qualifications (hourly, not flat-rate)
• Full-time, Monday-Friday daytime shifts - no evenings!
• Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses
• Employer-paid training and support for Red Seal certification
• State-of-the-art training programs
• Employee discount programs (cell phone plans, vehicles, and more)

About the Position

At First Student, our Heavy Duty Technicians perform maintenance and repairs to ensure our fleet of vehicles remains safe and reliable. Using diagnostic skills and technical expertise, you will troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues as part of your daily work, which includes:

• Performing maintenance on brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, and transmissions
• Completing work orders accurately and on time
• Assisting with mobile emergency services when required

Qualifications

You may be a great fit for this role if:

• You have experience working with diesel engines, heavy trucks, or bus fleets
• You hold a valid driver's licence and are willing to obtain a Class 2 licence with "S" endorsement (we provide training)
• You are a registered Heavy Duty Technician Apprentice or Journeyperson (Truck & Transport Mechanic/Heavy Duty Equipment Technician - Red Seal)
• You possess a mechanic's tool set
• You want to continue learning and developing your skills with employer-supported training

Get your career on the road with First Student!

Apply today to join our team.

Our Commitment

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. We encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and members of visible minorities. First is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodation at all stages of the hiring process. Applicants who may require accommodation are encouraged to let us know.