Apprentice Technician

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.

First Student is now hiring an Apprentice Mechanic in Windsor, ON!

About the Position
You will perform all customary preventative and scheduled maintenance functions associated with and/or required on the company fleet. Maintains such records as required for the purpose of costing, inventory control, scheduling and tracking of equipment maintenance. An apprentice will take direction, guidance and training from the mechanic who shall be responsible for inspection and verifying the work completed meets all required standards

Responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled and emergency maintenance to fleet in accordance with established practices.
• Perform brake, safety & emissions inspections in accordance with Ministry and company standards.
• Perform emergency road breakdown repairs. May provide trouble shooting advice to vehicle operators.
• Perform inspections and repairs to wheelchair or other ramps, hoisting or lifting devices. Ensure safety equipment associated with devices and restraints are in good working order.
• Perform repairs and assist in the maintenance of buildings and property.
• Maintain records of maintenance performed, parts and supplies used. Ensure vehicle operators have access to necessary supplies such as fuel, oil and other fluids.
• May assist in inclement weather in ensuring fleet starts and is in proper condition to meet service hours.
• Maintain clean and safe workplace.
• Ensure chemicals are stored in accordance with WHMIS requirements and procedures. Ensure compliance with environmental and occupational safety and health requirements. Maintain adequate security precautions for facility, fleet, tools and equipment under their care.
• Should understand the mechanics of the vehicle maintenance system so as to ensure the efficiency of processing work orders/information required

Qualifications:

• Experience with gasoline and diesel. In some locations, hydraulic and pneumatic and air conditioning experience is required. Must hold a valid drivers license class “G”. Must be able to properly complete written work orders and communicate with management, dispatch and drivers. Must have strong communication/organizational skills. Basic computer skills are an asse

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

We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce therefore all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We encourage applications from women, persons with a disability, Indigenous peoples and members of a visible minority. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all. First is committed to providing reasonable accommodation at all stages of the hiring process and encourage all applicants who may require such accommodation to let us know.