Truck and Transport Mechanic (Journeyperson)

Truck and Transport Mechanic (Journeyperson)

Location: GRANDE PRAIRIE, AB
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About First Student

First Student is North America’s leading provider of student transportation, serving over 460 locations across Canada and the United States. Our GRANDE PRAIRIE, AB fleet maintenance team plays a critical role in ensuring our school buses are safe, reliable, and ready to serve the community.

Join the team that’s First for a reason. where safety, reliability, and career growth come first.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain fleet systems
• Perform and lead Preventative Maintenance inspections (PMs), safety inspections, and annual certifications
• Remove, repair, and reinstall major mechanical components with minimal supervision
• Complete work orders accurately, including parts, labor, and documentation
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, defects, or repairs needed
• Conduct road calls and provide on-site emergency service as required
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and provincial regulations
• Safely move vehicles within the yard and shop
• Support and mentor apprentice mechanics
• Participate in ASE certification (training and bonuses provided)

Qualifications

What We Offer

• Hourly wage of 44-46$ per hour
• Year-round, full-time stability
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental)
• RRSP program with company contributions
• Paid vacation and statutory holidays
• Ongoing technical training and online learning resources
• Career advancement opportunities within a large North American fleet
• Annual boot and tool allowance
• A supportive, safety-focused work environment
• Employee discounts on cell plans, vehicles, and more through PerkSpot

Apply now !

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.