Apprentice Technician

About the Position
This position is designed to develop your technical skills through hands-on training and mentorship. You will work closely with experienced mechanics who will guide your development and ensure all work meets company and safety standards.

Why Join First Student?

Competitive pay: $22–$25/hour

ASE incentive bonus: $0.25 per certification

Consistent full-time schedule with opportunity for overtime

Summer schedule perk: 4-day work week (10-hour shifts) with 3 days off

Industry-leading training and mentorship

Stable, long-term career growth opportunities

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts

Shift options: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM or 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Occasional overtime during peak seasons (winter)

Responsibilities:

Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and emergency repairs on fleet vehicles

Conduct brake, safety, and emissions inspections to company and regulatory standards

Diagnose issues and assist with roadside breakdowns when needed

Inspect and repair wheelchair lifts, ramps, and safety restraint systems

Maintain accurate records of work performed, parts used, and inventory

Ensure vehicles are properly fueled and stocked with necessary fluids

Assist with facility and property maintenance as needed

Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment (including WHMIS standards)

Support fleet readiness during inclement weather conditions

Follow direction and training from licensed mechanics to ensure all work meets required standards

Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in a recognized apprenticeship program

Experience working with gasoline and diesel engines

Valid Class G driver’s license

Strong communication and organizational skills

Ability to complete work orders and communicate with drivers, dispatch, and management

Basic computer skills
 

First for a Reason

Benefits
We offer competitive compensation and benefits (which vary based on role, location, and business), including physical and mental health initiatives, medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and paid holiday/vacation.

Professional Advancement
Start here. Go far. We believe in promoting from within which means tremendous opportunities for you, thanks to our strong presence across North America. In addition, our 3 to 5 month Manager-In-Development program prepares future leaders at First Student.

Extensive Training
Build skills and knowledge in such areas as safety and security, injury prevention, technology and equipment, and job efficiency.

Diversity & Inclusion
Because we’re stronger together, we aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We’re committed to providing an inclusive and diverse working environment for everyone every day.

Community Service & Impact
Go where opportunity meets community. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. As the face of First in your community, you’ll have a positive impact on others.

Apply today and get your career on the road with First Student!

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.