Job Title: Mechanic

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.

About First Student

First Student is hiring immediately for a Mechanic for our shop serving Canton Public School District.

Why Join Us?

• $24 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• 25 cents/ASE per hour for each relevant ASE (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 the 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.

• 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.

You Might Be a Fit for Our Mechanic Role If:

• You want to work in a position that meaningfully impacts your community
• You have 1 year of experience working with automotive, diesel, electric, or CNG vehicles
• You have a valid driver's license and a willingness to obtain a CDL
• You have a mechanic's tool set
• You want to grow, learn, and develop your skillset through ASE testing

We Encourage 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

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace.

Salary : $24