CINCINNATI – First Student is once again recognized by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) for maintaining vehicles to the highest safety standards. Nineteen additional company locations have been awarded the ASE Blue Seal of Excellence.
The Blue Seal of Excellence is the highest certification given by the independent nonprofit organization. The achievement recognizes a commitment to recruiting top technicians, supporting their ongoing training, and providing the best equipment for vehicle maintenance.
The latest First Student ASE Blue Seal locations include:
Batavia, N.Y.
Lawnside, N.J.
Southern, Pa.
Boonville, Mo.
Millcreek, Pa.
Southern York, Pa.
Berlin, N.J.
Picton, Ontario
Vashon, Wash.
Danville, Ill.
Port Elgin, Ontario
Warwick, R.I.
Fern Ridge, Ore.
Prescott, Ontario
Whitecourt, Alberta
Kirkwood, Mo.
Princeton, Ohio
Lackawanna, N.Y.
Red Wing, Minn.
These 19 locations are among the more than 120 to have earned Blue Seal status throughout FirstGroup America, the parent company of First Student. The certifications are the most of any
transportation company in North America. FirstGroup America also includes First Transit, First Vehicle Services and Greyhound.
“We recognize the importance of putting safe vehicles on the road,” said Todd Hawkins, FirstGroup America senior vice president of maintenance. “Our maintenance teams strive to be the best at what they do. Blue Seal shops have the knowledge and training required to diagnose problems precisely and accurately, which helps to reduce vehicle downtime, improve reliability and lower transportation costs.”
ASE was created in 1972 to improve the quality of vehicle repair and service by testing and certifying automotive professionals. To earn a Blue Seal of Excellence, at least 75 percent of technicians performing diagnosis and repairs at the location must be ASE certified. In addition, each area of service offered must be covered by at least one ASE-certified technician.