Fleet Maintenance
Student safety begins with a well-maintained fleet
A strong fleet maintenance program is critical to success
First Student’s maintenance program is centered in quality control, data capture, and work efficiency. We’ve developed preventative maintenance schedules and vehicle pre- and post-check procedures that ensure every First Student vehicle on the road is ready for a safe journey to and from school. Advanced technology, industry-best training, skill testing, and our relationships with equipment manufacturers allow us conduct research for continuous improvement and identify solutions for complex repairs.
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ASE Blue Seal Certified Shops
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Trust the Industry’s Most Experienced Technicians
The Center for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) issues the Blue Seal of Excellence to maintenance shops when at least 75% of technicians at the shop are ASE certified and each area of service is covered by an ASE Certified technician. We are proud to share that First Student has 88 Blue Seal shops – more than any other company in the industry.
The Most Technologically Advanced Buses on the Road
Our integrated solutions incorporate the latest technologies with safety, efficiency, and compassion in mind. These solutions allow you to address everything from mechanics to student behavior quickly, effectively, and with care.
Learn MoreMaintenance Scaled to Meet the Needs of Your Shop
Student transportation isn’t one size fits all. Whether you need help maintaining your buses, managing your operations, or rethinking routes – we can tailor our services to fit your needs.
Learn MoreMeet the Safest Fleet on the Road
First Student school buses operate under stringent safety protocols and are packed with state-of-the-art safety features to protect our students. From high-definition GPS systems to well-anchored seats with high backs and heavy padding, our buses come equipped with the safest gear so our students have secure rides from home to school and back again.
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