Job type:

Full Time

Resume required:

Yes

Street Address:

35 Crockford Blvd Scarborough, ON M1R 3B7 Canada

Posted date:

2025-12-03

Full 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

Location: Toronto, ON

Who We Are

First Student is the leading provider of school transportation solutions in North America. Every day, we complete millions of student journeys with the industry's strongest safety record. With highly trained drivers and technicians, we deliver reliable, quality services to school districts across Canada.

Why Join First as a Shop Foreman / Lead Diesel Mechanic?

• Competitive hourly wage (plus additional premiums for certifications)
• Company-paid training and certification programs (including Red Seal support)
• Monday to Friday full-time schedule with consistent, year-round work
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and RRSP matching
• Paid holidays and vacation (per provincial standards)
• Annual allowances for work boots and prescription safety glasses
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization
• Employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more

About the Role

As a Lead Fleet Technician / Shop Foreman, you will:

• Supervise and support technicians in the shop
• Schedule and perform fleet maintenance and repairs
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical issues
• Generate work orders and track progress to completion
• Monitor shop performance and implement improvements

Qualifications

• Valid Class G driver's licence (or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive or diesel maintenance and repair, or completion of a recognized technical program
• Previous experience in a lead technician or supervisory role preferred
• Possess a full set of mechanic's tools
• Willingness to participate in certification programs (training and bonuses provided)

Get your career on the road with First Student!

Apply today and join a team that values safety, innovation, and growth.

Job reference:

JR12106