First for a reason:
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.
First Student is hiring immediately for a Diesel Mechanic for our shop serving KIPP Academy and US Prep!
As a Technician at First Student, you play an essential role in keeping students safe as they ride to and from school in our classic yellow buses.
Along with a full health benefits package, company-matched 401(k), paid vacations, paid holidays, and strong growth opportunities, we offer:
$26.50 per hour based on experience and qualifications (NOT flat-rate)
ASE incentive of $0.25/hour for each relevant ASE certification earned
(We pay for all training materials and exam fees!)
Monday–Friday, 7 AM – 4 PM schedule
Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses
State-of-the-art training programs
Discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through our Perk Spot program
Our technicians ensure our fleet of newer vehicles is safe, reliable, and road-ready. Daily responsibilities include:
Performing maintenance on brakes, suspensions, drivetrains, and transmissions
Using diagnostic tools and troubleshooting issues
Completing work orders accurately
Assisting with mobile emergency repair services
Mechanics/Technicians are designated safety-sensitive employees and subject to DOT drug testing. (DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 prohibits Schedule I drugs, including marijuana.)
Want a role that positively impacts your community
Have 2–3 years of experience working with diesel engines
Have a valid driver’s license and are willing to obtain a CDL
(We pay for your training and licensing!)
Have a basic mechanic’s tool set
Hold ASE certifications — or are willing to earn them
(We cover all training materials and certification costs!)
Want to grow your skill set through hands-on training
Experience with diesel engines or heavy equipment
Military mechanic experience
Existing ASE certifications
Those looking for reliable hourly (not flat-rate) work
Get your career on the road with First Student — apply today!
In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.