Demonstrating a dedication to safety and a commitment to setting the highest standards, 25 additional First Student locations have earned the Blue Seal of Excellence, given by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
The Blue Seal of Excellence is the highest certification given by the independent nonprofit organisation. The achievement recognises 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:
Belchertown, Mass.
Elyria, Ohio
Rondout Valley, N.Y.
Binghamton, N.Y.
Euclid, Ohio
Sandwich, Mass.
Carleton, Mich.
Glenwood, Ill.
Southfield, Mich.
Chatham, N.J.
Gresham, Ore.
Warren, N.J.
Colville, Wash.
Newark, Del.
Waterbury, Conn.
Cornwall, Ontario
Northampton, Pa.
Washington, Miss.
Council Rock, Pa.
Plaistow, N.H.
Waukesha, Wis.
Ebensburg, Pa.
Port Huron, Mich.
Elk Grove, Ill.
Rochester, N.Y
These 25 locations are among the more than 140 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 understand the tremendous responsibility placed upon us to safely transport students every school day,” said Todd Hawkins, FirstGroup America senior vice president of maintenance. “Our safe operation begins with a well-maintained school bus, and our maintenance teams work tirelessly to ensure our buses are maintained to the highest standards. We are proud their commitment to safety was recognised by the ASE.”
To earn a Blue Seal of Excellence, at least 75% 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.