Fleet Technician

Diesel Technician III

Pay: $30 per hour

At First Student, our Technicians are responsible for keeping our vehicles maintained, reliable, and safe for the students and communities we serve.

As a Technician III, you will perform advanced diagnostic, maintenance, and repair work on buses, vans, and other fleet vehicles with minimal supervision. This is a hands-on position for an experienced automotive or diesel technician who can independently troubleshoot complex mechanical issues, lead preventative maintenance work, and support less-experienced technicians when needed.

We are proud to offer:

• Competitive pay of $30 per hour
• Tremendous career advancement opportunities due to our strong presence across North America
• A positive and rewarding work environment
• Opportunities to expand your technical skills and earn ASE certifications
• The ability to work independently on a wide range of automotive and diesel systems

As a Technician III, you will:

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and vehicle equipment issues with minimal supervision
• Perform repairs to brakes, engines, suspensions, drive trains, transmissions, clutches, and related systems
• Complete routine maintenance, including replacing belts, hoses, batteries, bulbs, fuses, filters, fluids, and other components
• Lead preventative maintenance services, safety inspections, and annual vehicle inspections
• Use computerized diagnostic equipment and manufacturer software to identify mechanical defects
• Remove, overhaul, repair, and reinstall mechanical components
• Complete road calls and emergency repairs as needed
• Review completed work before vehicles are returned to service
• Identify unsafe equipment and communicate required corrective action to management
• Accurately complete work orders and document all repairs, parts, and supplies used
• Maintain parts usage records and order parts from approved suppliers
• Safely move vehicles between parking, service, and work areas
• Repair and maintain shop tools and equipment
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment
• Mentor or provide informal guidance to Technician I and Technician II employees
  
  Serve as a Shift Foreman when assigned
• Perform other duties as required

• Approximately five years of automotive or diesel repair experience, or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
• Advanced mechanical and diagnostic ability
• Experience completing repairs independently with minimal supervision
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred
• Valid driver's license
• Class B CDL with passenger endorsement, or the ability to obtain one within three months of hire
• State vehicle inspection license where required
• ASE certifications preferred
• Ability to participate in the company's ASE testing program and obtain six ASE certifications within six months of hire
• Knowledge of state DOT motor vehicle inspection and safety standards
• Ability to use computerized diagnostic equipment and maintenance systems
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team
• Reliable and predictable attendance
• Personal mechanic tool inventory sufficient to complete assigned repairs

This position works in a maintenance shop environment that may include dust, dirt, grease, noise, and changing weather conditions.

Technicians must be able to:

• Lift at least 50 pounds
• Work in crouched, kneeling, standing, and lying positions
• Work underneath vehicles using a mechanic's creeper
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Safely operate vehicles, tools, and maintenance equipment

This position is subject to applicable DOT drug testing and physical requirements.

In the state of Washington, this position is considered safety-sensitive and is subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis testing.

First Student's commitment to safety, dependable transportation, and putting our customers first creates a working environment where your skills directly…