Diesel Mechanic

About the Diesel Mechanic Position

As a Diesel Mechanic with First Student, you will play a vital role in maintaining and repairing school buses to ensure vehicle readiness and safety. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with preventive maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual DOT maintenance inspections.
• Diagnosing and performing all phases of vehicle and equipment repair, including brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, and transmissions.
• Ensuring work orders are completed accurately.
• Assisting with mobile emergency services.

Diesel Technician Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A valid driver's license; willingness to obtain a CDL while employed (we provide training).
• At least 1 year of automotive or diesel maintenance and repair experience or technical school education.
• A mechanic's tool set.
• Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program (training, testing, and bonuses provided).
• Subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee.

Why Work with First Student?

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Wages starting at $22/hour, depending on experience.
• An additional $0.25 per hour for each ASE certification you possess or obtain.
• Company-paid ASE testing and training materials.
• A Monday-Friday full-time shift schedule and consistent, year-round work.
• Tremendous career advancement opportunities.
• Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses.
• State-of-the-art training programs.
• Discounts on cell phone plans, cars, and more through the Perk Spot program.
• Hourly employees are rewarded for every hour worked and can redeem earned points for a variety of prizes, gift certificates, trips, or future planning.