Diesel Mechanic

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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 includes Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. We are at the forefront of safety and innovation, creating and implementing the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

Location:

Eagleville, PA (serving Methacton School District)

Pay: $32.00-$42.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications (not flat rate)

Hiring Bonus: $5,000.

Schedule:

Monday‑Friday, 7:00 am‑3:30 pm full‑time shift.

• Health benefits package
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid vacations and holidays
• 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
• ASE incentive of $0.25 hour for each relevant ASE obtained (we pay for the training materials and exams!)

• Perform maintenance on brakes, suspensions, drive trains, and transmissions.
• Complete work orders.
• Assist with mobile emergency services.
• Use diagnostic skills to troubleshoot issues requiring repair.

• 2‑4 years of experience working with automotive, diesel, electric, or CNG vehicles.
• Valid driver’s license; willingness to obtain a CDL (training provided).
• Mechanic’s tool set.
• Interest in growth, learning, and developing skillset through ASE testing.
• Desire to work in a position that meaningfully impacts the community.

• Those without a college degree.
• Military experience holders.
• Returning to the workforce.
• Individuals looking for hourly (not flat‑rate) jobs.

Mechanics and technicians are subject to DOT drug testing as a safety‑sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

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 available upon request.