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Heavy Duty Technician (Mechanic) - Signing Bonus: $2,500

Location: Rimbey, AB
Company: First Student Canada
Type: Full-Time

Signing Bonus: $2,500

About the Role

First Student is looking for a skilled Heavy Duty Technician to join our maintenance team in Rimbey. You'll be responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing our fleet of school buses and other vehicles to ensure safe and reliable transportation for students.

Key Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance and repairs on school buses and fleet vehicles (brakes, suspension, steering, electrical, etc.)
Conduct safety inspections and preventative maintenance
Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues using diagnostic tools
Maintain accurate records of repairs and inspections
Ensure compliance with provincial and federal safety standards
Collaborate with the shop manager and other technicians to prioritize work orders
Respond to road calls and emergency repairs when needed

Qualifications

Journeyperson certification in Heavy Duty Equipment Technician or Red Seal preferred
Experience working on buses, trucks, or commercial vehicles
Valid driver's license (Class 5 required; Class 2 or 3 an asset)
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
Familiarity with safety regulations and inspection standards in Alberta

Why Join First Student?

Competitive hourly wage
Comprehensive benefits package
RRSP matching program
Paid vacation and holidays
Opportunities for advancement and training
Supportive and safety-focused work environment

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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