First Student

Provides student transportation services for districts

Diesel Technician

Heavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeFreeport, NY, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Class B Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement is required, or must be obtained within three months of hire.
A state inspection license is required if applicable.
Participation in the Automotive Service Excellence testing program is required, with an expectation of obtaining six certifications within six months of hire.
Candidates must adhere to state Department of Transportation standards for motor vehicle inspections and safety standards.
Candidates must have a valid driver's license.
Candidates must have advanced mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
Candidates must have advanced computer skills and be comfortable using hand tools.
Candidates must maintain an organized shop and clean work environment.
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential job function.
Candidates must possess an adequate mechanic tool inventory and maintain it in a clean and safe manner.
Candidates must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Candidates must be able to work in a crouched position or on their back beneath motor vehicle equipment.
Candidates must be able to work in a maintenance shop environment with dust, dirt, and grease and under all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and non-routine maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on buses, vans, and other vehicles according to company standards.
Perform limited basic and complex maintenance repairs, including replacing light bulbs, fuses, lenses, wiper blades, belts, hoses, and batteries; checking fluid levels; changing fluids and filters; and lubricating components.
Perform mechanical repairs, including brake repairs and inspections, engine tune-ups, suspension repairs, drivetrain repairs, transmission clutch repairs, and other repairs.
Maintain accurate records of vehicle maintenance work, parts, and supplies used, complete work orders properly, maintain parts usage records, and order repair parts from designated suppliers.
Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle and equipment repair under minimal supervision, including diagnostic testing with a computer and manufacturer software to identify mechanical defects.
Lead preventive maintenance, safety maintenance inspections, and annual maintenance inspections at prescribed intervals of time and usage.
Remove, overhaul, and reinstall mechanical components with minimal Technician-in-Charge supervision.
Notify the supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment and document corrective action taken.
Evaluate completed work before releasing vehicles and seek approval when required.
Lead road calls and provide emergency services as necessary.
Adhere to company standards, policies, and procedures.
Move vehicles safely between job and work areas.
Repair and maintain shop equipment.
Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for customers.

Desired Qualifications

A high school diploma or General Educational Development equivalent is preferred.
Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair is preferred.
Automotive or diesel repair experience of five years is preferred, or equivalent education and experience.
Automotive Service Excellence certification is preferred.

This position will perform routine and non-routine maintenance, diagnostic and repair work on vehicles (buses, vans etc.) which adheres to First Student standards. Performs work under minimal supervision. Handles more complex problems and can resolve independently. All work is performed with a commitment to safety. May mentor or provide informal guidance to other Technicians in the shop. Also, may act as a Shift Foreman and may receive a shift premium. In the state of Washington, this position is considered a safety-sensitive position and is therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

$36.07/hr based on CBA

Major Responsibilities

Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers by performing limited repairs with minimal supervision on both basic and complex maintenance such as replacement of light bulbs, fuses, lenses, wiper blades, belts, hoses, batteries, check fluid levels, change fluids and filters and lubricate components.
Perform mechanical repairs under minimal supervision including the repair of brakes and brake inspections, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches and other repairs.
Maintain records of all maintenance work completed on vehicles including parts and supplies used. Ensure that work orders are completed properly and accurately. Maintain parts usage records and order repair parts from designated suppliers.
Diagnoses and performs accurately all phases of vehicle and equipment repair under minimal supervision. May perform diagnostic tests utilizing a computer and manufacturer’s software to determine mechanical defects.
Lead preventative maintenance (PM’s), safety maintenance inspections and annual maintenance inspections at prescribed intervals of time and usage
Remove, overhaul and reinstallation of mechanical components with minimal Tech in Charge supervision
Notify supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment and corrective action taken
Evaluates completed work prior to release and seeks approval where required
Leads road calls and emergency services as necessary
Adhere to FirstGroup standards, policies and procedures
Moves vehicles safely between job and work area
Repair and maintain all shop equipment
Other responsibilities as requested or required

Minimum Education or Certifications Required

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair (preferred)
Class B CDL with passenger endorsement required (or expected within 3 months of hire)
State inspection license (if required)
ASE Certification preferred. Must participate in ASE testing program (expected to have 6 ASE within 6 months of hire)

Minimum Experience or Skills Required

Advanced mechanical aptitude and 5 years of automotive or diesel repair experience (preferred) or equivalent education and experience
Adhere to standards set by state DOT for motor vehicle inspections and safety standards
Valid driver’s license
Advanced problem-solving ability
Advanced computer skills
Comfortable using hand tools
Excellent customer service skills and communication skills
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Maintain an organized shop and clean work environment
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
Making sure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers
Possess adequate mechanic tool inventory to complete all assigned duties and maintained in a clean and safe manner

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Maintenance Shop environment with dust, dirt and grease conditions
Ability to work under all weather conditions
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
Ability to work in a crouched position or on back, lying on mechanic’s creeper, beneath motor vehicle equipment

Disclaimer
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

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.

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.

About the Company

First Student

Provides student transportation services for districts

First Student provides school bus transportation services across North America, operating a large fleet and handling millions of daily student rides. Its core offering is safe, reliable bus transportation for school districts, delivered through close partnerships with districts and highly trained drivers. The product works by coordinating scheduling, routing, and operations across a network of more than 48,000 vehicles in 42 U.S. states and 8 Canadian provinces/territories to ensure students get to and from school each day. The company differentiates itself through strong district partnerships, responsiveness to changing district needs, a focus on safety and trained staff, and a scalable, organized operations model that can serve many districts efficiently. The goal is to support education by providing a dependable transportation solution that starts and ends each school day safely for every student.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Cincinnati, OH
Founded: 2021

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