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First Student is now hiring a 310T Licensed Mechanic to join our shop in COMOX, BC. As a key member of our maintenance team, you'll help ensure the safety and reliability of our iconic yellow school buses-making a real difference in your community every day.

Why Join First Student?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment, including:

$40.00/hour based on experience and qualifications (not flat-rate)
$0.25/hour ASE bonus for each relevant certification (we cover training materials and exam fees)
Monday to Friday schedule - no weekends
Annual boot, tool and prescription safety glasses allowance
Health benefits, paid vacation, and paid holidays
RRSP with company match
Ongoing training and development through state-of-the-art programs
Employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through Perk Spot

What You'll Do

As a First Student Mechanic, you'll be responsible for:

Performing routine maintenance and repairs on brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, and transmissions
Diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues
Completing work orders and documentation
Assisting with mobile emergency repairs as needed

What We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you:

Hold a valid 310T Truck and Coach Technician license
Have experience with diesel and automotive, electric.
Own a complete set of mechanic's tools
Are safety-focused and eager to grow your skills through ASE testing

Get your career on the road with First Student in Comox!

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.

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.

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Why Join First Student?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment, including:

$40.00/hour based on experience and qualifications (not flat-rate)
$0.25/hour ASE bonus for each relevant certification (we cover training materials and exam fees)
Monday to Friday schedule - no weekends
Annual boot, tool and prescription safety glasses allowance
Health benefits, paid vacation, and paid holidays
RRSP with company match
Ongoing training and development through state-of-the-art programs
Employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through Perk Spot

What You'll Do

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Performing routine maintenance and repairs on brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, and transmissions
Diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues
Completing work orders and documentation
Assisting with mobile emergency repairs as needed

What We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you:

Hold a valid 310T Truck and Coach Technician license
Have experience with diesel and automotive, electric.
Own a complete set of mechanic's tools
Are safety-focused and eager to grow your skills through ASE testing

Get your career on the road with First Student in Comox!

First for a reason:

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Programs & Services
- Home to School
  Full-service student transportation
- Special Needs Transportation
  Service, training & support
- Alternative Transportation
  Non-yellow bus services
- Non-Contract Services
  À la carte services
- Charter Bus & Van Rental
  After school, field trips & events
Technology
- Halo™
  Our proprietary technology platform
- First View®
  Vehicle tracking – districts & parents
Electrification
- Electric Buses
  Sustainable fleet solutions
- First Charge™
  Above-ground charging infrastructure
Safety & Training
- Safety Culture
  Practices, processes & technology
- Driver Training
  Comprehensive programs for drivers
- First Serves®
  Student support training program
- Safety Dog
  Our safety ambassador mascot
About
- About
  The leader in student transportation
- Leadership
  Meet our team
- Newsroom
  Media kit, news & stats
- Press Releases
  Recent happenings & developments
- Investor Relations
  Financials, sustainability & ESG
Contact
- Partner with Us
  Improve your student experience
- Contact Form
  Connect with us
- Submit an RFP
  Request a competitive proposal
- Feedback
  Community feedback portal
- Mergers & Acquisitions
  Our step-by-step process
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Programs & Services
- Home-to-School
  Full-service student transportation
- Special Needs Transportation
  Service, training & support
- Alternative Transportation
  Non-yellow bus services
- Non-Contract Services
  À la carte services
- Charter Bus & Van Rental
  After school, field trips & events
Technology
- HALO™
  Our proprietary technology platform
- First View®
  Vehicle tracking – districts & parents
Electrification
- Electric Buses
  Sustainable fleet solutions
- First Charge™
  Above-ground charging infrastructure
Safety & Training
- Safety Culture
  Practices, processes & technology
- Driver Training
  Comprehensive programs for drivers
- First Serves®
  Student support training program
- Safety Dog
  Our safety ambassador mascot
About
- About First Student
  The leader in student transportation
- Leadership
  Meet our team
- Newsroom
  Media kit, news & stats
- Press Releases
  Recent happenings & developments
- Investor Relations
  Financials & investor relations events
Contact
- Partner with Us
  Improve your student experience
- Contact Us
  Connect with us
- Submit an RFP
  Request a competitive proposal
- Provide Feedback
  Community feedback portal
- Mergers & Acquisitions
  Our step-by-step process

Technician III

First Student

Courtenay, BC, CA

Full_time

$40.00/Hourly

1535 McPhee Ave Courtenay, BC V9N 3A6 Canada

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