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About the Role

First Student is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician III to perform routine and advanced maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on buses and vans with minimal supervision. This role involves supporting and developing other technicians and may include shift foreman responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic and complex vehicle maintenance and repairs with minimal supervision.
• Perform mechanical repairs, including brakes and brake inspections, engine tune-ups, suspension, drivetrain, transmission clutches, and related systems.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle and equipment issues using computer-based and manufacturer diagnostic software.
• Lead preventative maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
• Remove, overhaul, and reinstall mechanical components with minimal Tech in Charge supervision.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, parts usage, and supply records.
• Order repair parts from designated suppliers.
• Evaluate completed work before vehicle release and obtain approval when required.
• Identify and report potentially unsafe equipment and document corrective actions.
• Lead road calls and emergency services as needed.
• Safely move vehicles between work and service areas.
• Repair and maintain shop equipment.
• Follow all First Student standards, policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Mentor or provide informal guidance to Technician I and Technician II employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Class B CDL with passenger endorsement required, or expected within 3 months of hire.
• State inspection license, if required.
• Participation in the ASE testing program required.
• Expected to obtain 6 ASE certifications within 6 months of hire.
• Advanced mechanical aptitude.
• 5 years of automotive or diesel repair experience preferred, or equivalent education and experience.
• Knowledge of state DOT motor vehicle inspection and safety standards.
• Valid driver's license.
• Advanced diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Comfortable using hand tools.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment.
• Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of the position.
• Commitment to keeping vehicles maintained and safe for our customers.
• Adequate personal mechanic tool inventory to perform assigned duties, maintained in a clean and safe condition.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in crouched positions or on a mechanic's creeper beneath vehicles.
• English proficiency is required for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications.

Skills

• Automotive repair
• Diesel repair
• Mechanical diagnostics
• Brake repair and inspection
• Engine tune-ups
• Suspension repair
• Drivetrain repair
• Transmission clutch repair
• Computer-based diagnostic software
• Manufacturer diagnostic software
• Preventative maintenance
• Safety inspections
• Annual maintenance inspections
• Component overhaul and reinstallation
• Maintenance record keeping
• Work order management
• Parts ordering
• Shop equipment repair
• Mentoring
• Customer service
• Communication

Location

• Onsite

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Experienced

Education Level

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred
• ASE Certification preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $30.00 per hour

About the Company

• First Student is a family of over 60,000 employees dedicated to safely transporting over 5 million students and passengers daily.
• Our brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II.
• We are at the forefront of safety and innovation, implementing advanced training and technology in the transportation industry.
• In Washington state, technician and driving positions are safety-sensitive and subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.
• First is committed to providing a drug-free workplace.

Equal Opportunity

• 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 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.