Shop administrator

Full-Time | Day Shift | Permanent

First Student is the largest student transportation provider in North America, safely transporting millions of students every day. We’re looking for a highly organized and detail‑driven Shop Administrator (Fleet Maintenance) to support our fleet maintenance operations in Winnipeg.

This position is essential to keeping our buses safe, compliant, and road‑ready by overseeing parts, work orders, and day‑to‑day shop coordination.

• Order, receive, and track parts for school buses and fleet vehicles
• Issue and manage Purchase Orders (POs)
• Maintain accurate inventory records and monitor backorders
• Work closely with vendors to ensure timely delivery
• Support warranty parts processing and documentation

• Open, update, and close work orders in maintenance software
• Assist with scheduling preventive maintenance and safety inspections
• Ensure accurate documentation of labour, parts, and repairs
• Track outstanding work and follow up as needed
• Maintain records to support inspections and regulatory compliance

• Issue and control vehicle keys
• Assist technicians with parts lookups and repair history
• Help coordinate daily shop workflow and priorities
• Maintain organized electronic and physical records
• Support reporting, compliance, and administrative needs for shop leadership

• Experience in automotive, heavy‑duty, or fleet parts environments (preferred)
• Service writer or shop administration experience is an asset
• Strong computer skills (MS Office; inventory or fleet maintenance systems)
• Excellent organization, accuracy, and multitasking ability
• Strong communication skills and a professional attitude
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, safety‑focused environment

• Stable, year‑round employment
• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package
• A safety‑first culture
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for growth within a national organization

At First Student, we are committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.

Apply today and become a key part of the team that keeps our fleet running safely and efficiently.

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.