Licensed Mechanic BONUS

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.

Licensed 310T Mechanic – Owen Sound, ON

First Student, the largest provider of student transportation in North America, is now hiring a Licensed 310T Mechanic in Owen Sound, ON.

*We are now offering a $5,000 New Hire Bonus*

A $2,000 referral bonus is also available — refer a qualified candidate and receive the bonus once they’re hired.

Why join First Student?

As a Licensed 310T Mechanic, you will help maintain and repair school buses to ensure vehicle readiness and safety.

We are proud to offer:

$35/hour base pay for 310T license holders (based on experience and qualifications)

Consistent full-time, year-round day shift work (no evenings!)

Company-paid ASE testing and training materials

Bonus pay increases for each ASE School Bus Series test passed (up to $2/hour extra)

Excellent benefits package including medical and dental

RRSP program with company contributions

Paid holidays and 2 weeks of paid vacation

Ongoing training through our state-of-the-art online system

Career advancement opportunities

Annual tool, boot, and prescription safety glasses allowances

Employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through the Perk Spot program

Note: Bonus offer expires September 30, 2025

Responsibilities

Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle and equipment repair with minimal supervision

Perform repairs including brakes, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmissions, etc.

Remove and reinstall mechanical components

Participate in 90-day preventative maintenance inspections, safety checks, and annual inspections

Issue MTO certificates using the DriveON program

Complete work orders accurately using a tablet

Maintain records of all maintenance work and parts used

Evaluate completed work and seek approval when required

Respond to road calls and emergency services as needed

Follow all First Student standards, policies, and procedures

Participate in the ASE certification program (training, testing, and bonuses provided).

Qualifications

Valid 310T Mechanic license

Valid driver’s license

Appropriate mechanic’s tool set

Strong problem-solving and computer skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

About First Student

First Student is a leading provider of school transportation services, operating 460 locations across the U.S. and Canada. We transport over five million students daily with a fleet of more than 43,000 buses and a team of over 48,000 employees.

Apply today to join our team!

We are committed to fostering a culture where all people are respected and valued. We encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and members of visible minorities. First Student is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process.

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