Job Description

First Student is now hiring a Vehicle Component Installation Technician for our DriverHub Team!

First things First: Who are we?

Twice the size of our next largest competitor, First Student is the leading school transportation solutions provider in North America. Every day, we complete 5 million student journeys, moving more passengers than all U.S. airlines combined. With a team of highly trained drivers and the industry\'s strongest safety record, First Student delivers reliable, quality services to 1,100 school districts.

Why join First as an Installation Technician?

Hourly wage: $23-$25 based on electrical, vehicle component, or mechanical experience
Quarterly bonus (conditions apply)
40 hours per week with varying start times based on travel schedule; full-time shift schedule and consistent, year-round work.
Tremendous career advancement opportunities
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, & 401(k)
Paid holidays & vacation
State-of-the-art training programs
Discounts on cell phone plans, cars, and more through the Perk Spot program!

About the Installation Technician Position

The Vehicle Component Installation Technician will part of a DriverHub Team. The team travels across Canada and the US to install hardware on school busses and vans supporting various business and monitoring processes including GPS Units, Child Checkmate Units, Cameras and DriverHub brackets. Anticipated travel schedule will be 3 out of 4 weeks per month (Monday-Friday).

Review and ensure the proper project and materials are received and installed
Maintain daily work schedule as outlined
Communicate regularly with team lead on progress and any problems encountered
Maintain and review all installation status documentation; document issues of concern regarding individual buses
Remove and reinstall vehicle interiors (access panels, etc.) to ensure all mounting components are properly installed and vehicle interior is left in the original condition.
Maintain expense reporting and follow company policy regarding use of travel credit card and receipt documentation
Assist home shop location with light duty shop help and other tasks, as assigned

Installation Technician Qualifications

Knowledge of basic electrical skills
Ability to travel 75% of the time (three consecutive weeks, Monday through Friday) for the duration of the DriverHub project
Valid driver\'s license and reliable transportation
Knowledge and interest in vehicles and proper maintenance, repair, and installation practices
Willing to learn and assist with auto/diesel vehicle maintenance tasks
Graduate from technical school program preferred but not required
Ability to travel to the USA to assist with installation projects

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.

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